1988 Venturi Coupe vs. 2005 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Actyon is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Venturi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Venturi Coupe would be higher. At 2,456 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Venturi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Venturi Coupe (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Actyon. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Venturi Coupe should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Actyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 517 kg more than 1988 Venturi Coupe.
Because 1988 Venturi Coupe is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1988 Venturi Coupe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Actyon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 SsangYong Actyon (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Venturi Coupe. (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Actyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Venturi Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Venturi Coupe | 2005 SsangYong Actyon | |
| Make | Venturi | SsangYong |
| Model | Coupe | Actyon |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2456 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1772 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2750 mm |
