1988 Venturi Coupe vs. 2012 Citroen C5
To start off, 2012 Citroen C5 is newer by 24 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 66 more horse power than 2012 Citroen C5. (131 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Venturi Coupe should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen C5 weights approximately 338 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, 2012 Citroen C5, 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, 2012 Citroen C5 (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Venturi Coupe. (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Venturi Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Venturi Coupe | 2012 Citroen C5 | |
Make | Venturi | Citroen |
Model | Coupe | C5 |
Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2456 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 296 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 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 | 1593 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2760 mm |