1991 Venturi Cabriolet vs. 1974 Volvo 140
To start off, 1991 Venturi Cabriolet is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Volvo 140. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Volvo 140 would be higher. At 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Venturi Cabriolet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Venturi Cabriolet (256 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1974 Volvo 140. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Venturi Cabriolet should accelerate faster than 1974 Volvo 140.
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 Venturi Cabriolet (405 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volvo 140. (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Venturi Cabriolet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volvo 140.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Venturi Cabriolet | 1974 Volvo 140 | |
| Make | Venturi | Volvo |
| Model | Cabriolet | 140 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2849 cc | 2127 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 405 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2620 mm |
