1990 Venturi Cabriolet vs. 2011 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Venturi Cabriolet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Venturi Cabriolet would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Venturi Cabriolet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Venturi Cabriolet (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Captiva. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Venturi Cabriolet should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 550 kg more than 1990 Venturi Cabriolet.
Because 2011 Chevrolet Captiva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Venturi Cabriolet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Captiva will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Chevrolet Captiva (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Venturi Cabriolet. (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Venturi Cabriolet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Venturi Cabriolet | 2011 Chevrolet Captiva | |
| Make | Venturi | Chevrolet |
| Model | Cabriolet | Captiva |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2710 mm |
