1988 Venturi Coupe vs. 2011 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 23 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 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Venturi Coupe (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Colorado. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Venturi Coupe should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 294 kg more than 1988 Venturi Coupe.
Because 2011 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Venturi Coupe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado 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, 1988 Venturi Coupe (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Colorado. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1988 Venturi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Venturi Coupe | 2011 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | Venturi | Chevrolet |
| Model | Coupe | Colorado |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2456 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1549 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2830 mm |
