1989 Venturi Cabriolet vs. 1997 Venturi Atlantique
To start off, 1997 Venturi Atlantique is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Venturi Cabriolet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Venturi Cabriolet would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Venturi Atlantique is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Venturi Atlantique (307 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1989 Venturi Cabriolet. (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Venturi Atlantique should accelerate faster than 1989 Venturi Cabriolet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Venturi Cabriolet weights approximately 5 kg more than 1997 Venturi Atlantique.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1997 Venturi Atlantique (402 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Venturi Cabriolet. (297 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Venturi Atlantique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Venturi Cabriolet.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Venturi Cabriolet | 1997 Venturi Atlantique | |
Make | Venturi | Venturi |
Model | Cabriolet | Atlantique |
Year Released | 1989 | 1997 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 307 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 297 Nm | 402 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1190 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |