1989 Honda Accord vs. 1991 Venturi Cabriolet
To start off, 1991 Venturi Cabriolet is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Venturi Cabriolet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Venturi Cabriolet (200 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1989 Honda Accord. (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Venturi Cabriolet should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Venturi Cabriolet weights approximately 156 kg more than 1989 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Venturi Cabriolet 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 1991 Venturi Cabriolet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Honda Accord, 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, 1991 Venturi Cabriolet (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Accord. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Venturi Cabriolet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Honda Accord | 1991 Venturi Cabriolet | |
Make | Honda | Venturi |
Model | Accord | Cabriolet |
Year Released | 1989 | 1991 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1955 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 296 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1296 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2410 mm |