1991 Rover 820 vs. 1988 Venturi Coupe
To start off, 1991 Rover 820 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Venturi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Venturi Coupe would be higher. At 2,456 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Venturi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Venturi Coupe (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1991 Rover 820. (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Venturi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1991 Rover 820. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Rover 820 weights approximately 153 kg more than 1988 Venturi Coupe.
Because 1988 Venturi Coupe 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 1988 Venturi Coupe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Rover 820, 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, 1988 Venturi Coupe (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Rover 820. (215 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1988 Venturi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Rover 820.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Rover 820 | 1988 Venturi Coupe | |
Make | Rover | Venturi |
Model | 820 | Coupe |
Year Released | 1991 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 296 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1408 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2410 mm |