1976 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1987 Venturi Cabriolet
To start off, 1987 Venturi Cabriolet is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,765 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Venturi Cabriolet (197 HP) has 17 more horse power than 1976 Chevrolet Corvette. (180 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Venturi Cabriolet should accelerate faster than 1976 Chevrolet Corvette.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1976 Chevrolet Corvette (346 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Venturi Cabriolet. (296 Nm). This means 1976 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Venturi Cabriolet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Chevrolet Corvette | 1987 Venturi Cabriolet | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Venturi |
| Model | Corvette | Cabriolet |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5765 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 197 HP |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2410 mm |
