1991 Venturi Cabriolet vs. 2012 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2012 Nissan Frontier is newer by 21 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1991 Venturi Cabriolet. (256 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1991 Venturi Cabriolet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 594 kg more than 1991 Venturi Cabriolet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Nissan Frontier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Venturi Cabriolet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Frontier 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, 1991 Venturi Cabriolet (405 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Frontier. (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Venturi Cabriolet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Frontier.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Venturi Cabriolet | 2012 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Venturi | Nissan |
| Model | Cabriolet | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2849 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 405 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1919 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3200 mm |
