1989 Venturi Cabriolet vs. 2010 Lexus IS
To start off, 2010 Lexus IS is newer by 21 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 2,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lexus IS (204 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1989 Venturi Cabriolet. (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1989 Venturi Cabriolet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lexus IS weights approximately 447 kg more than 1989 Venturi Cabriolet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1989 Venturi Cabriolet (297 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Lexus IS. (251 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1989 Venturi Cabriolet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Venturi Cabriolet | 2010 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Venturi | Lexus |
| Model | Cabriolet | IS |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 297 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1742 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4636 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2731 mm |
