1986 Venturi Cabriolet vs. 2012 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Venturi Cabriolet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Venturi Cabriolet would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro (323 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1986 Venturi Cabriolet. (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1986 Venturi Cabriolet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 517 kg more than 1986 Venturi Cabriolet. 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, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Venturi Cabriolet. (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Venturi Cabriolet. 2012 Chevrolet Camaro has automatic transmission and 1986 Venturi Cabriolet has manual transmission. 1986 Venturi Cabriolet will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Chevrolet Camaro will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Venturi Cabriolet | 2012 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Venturi | Chevrolet |
| Model | Cabriolet | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 323 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1812 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4836 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1389 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2852 mm |
