1989 Venturi Coupe vs. 1976 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 1989 Venturi Coupe is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Volkswagen SP2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Volkswagen SP2 would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Venturi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Venturi Coupe (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Venturi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Venturi Coupe weights approximately 365 kg more than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Venturi Coupe (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Venturi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Volkswagen SP2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Venturi Coupe | 1976 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | Venturi | Volkswagen |
| Model | Coupe | SP2 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |
