1978 Toyota Corolla vs. 1993 Venturi Cabriolet
To start off, 1993 Venturi Cabriolet is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Venturi Cabriolet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Venturi Cabriolet (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Corolla. (57 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Venturi Cabriolet should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Venturi Cabriolet weights approximately 425 kg more than 1978 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1993 Venturi Cabriolet (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Corolla. (95 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1993 Venturi Cabriolet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Toyota Corolla | 1993 Venturi Cabriolet | |
Make | Toyota | Venturi |
Model | Corolla | Cabriolet |
Year Released | 1978 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1166 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 95 Nm | 296 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2410 mm |