1988 Venturi Cabriolet vs. 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Venturi Cabriolet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Venturi Cabriolet would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1988 Venturi Cabriolet. (199 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 1988 Venturi Cabriolet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 1020 kg more than 1988 Venturi Cabriolet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Venturi Cabriolet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton (500 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Venturi Cabriolet. (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Venturi Cabriolet. 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton has automatic transmission and 1988 Venturi Cabriolet has manual transmission. 1988 Venturi Cabriolet will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1988 Venturi Cabriolet | 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
Make | Venturi | Volkswagen |
Model | Cabriolet | Phaeton |
Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2456 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 199 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 296 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automated manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 2315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5179 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1903 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1901 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3001 mm |