1991 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1997 Venturi Atlantique

To start off, 1997 Venturi Atlantique is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Venturi Atlantique (307 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1991 Chevrolet Caprice. (177 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Venturi Atlantique should accelerate faster than 1991 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 690 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, 1991 Chevrolet Caprice (406 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Venturi Atlantique. (402 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Venturi Atlantique.

Compare all specifications:

1991 Chevrolet Caprice 1997 Venturi Atlantique
Make Chevrolet Venturi
Model Caprice Atlantique
Year Released 1991 1997
Body Type Station Wagon Coupe
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 5733 cc 2946 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 177 HP 307 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 406 Nm 402 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 3800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Vehicle Weight 1980 kg 1290 kg
Vehicle Length 5530 mm 4250 mm
Vehicle Width 2030 mm 1850 mm
Vehicle Height 1550 mm 1190 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2510 mm


 

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