1990 Vauxhall Astra vs. 1999 Venturi Atlantique
To start off, 1999 Venturi Atlantique is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Vauxhall Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Vauxhall Astra would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Venturi Atlantique is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Venturi Atlantique (306 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1990 Vauxhall Astra. (53 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Venturi Atlantique should accelerate faster than 1990 Vauxhall Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Venturi Atlantique weights approximately 460 kg more than 1990 Vauxhall Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Venturi Atlantique 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 1999 Venturi Atlantique. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Vauxhall Astra, 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, 1999 Venturi Atlantique (402 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Vauxhall Astra. (84 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Venturi Atlantique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Vauxhall Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Vauxhall Astra | 1999 Venturi Atlantique | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Venturi |
| Model | Astra | Atlantique |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1196 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 402 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2510 mm |
