1991 Venturi Cabriolet vs. 2010 Proton Arena
To start off, 2010 Proton Arena is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Venturi Cabriolet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Venturi Cabriolet 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 170 more horse power than 2010 Proton Arena. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Venturi Cabriolet should accelerate faster than 2010 Proton Arena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Venturi Cabriolet weights approximately 290 kg more than 2010 Proton Arena. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Venturi Cabriolet 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 1991 Venturi Cabriolet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Proton Arena, 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, 1991 Venturi Cabriolet (405 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Proton Arena. (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Venturi Cabriolet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Proton Arena.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Venturi Cabriolet | 2010 Proton Arena | |
| Make | Venturi | Proton |
| Model | Cabriolet | Arena |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2849 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 405 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2610 mm |
