1991 Venturi Coupe vs. 1996 Volvo 960
To start off, 1996 Volvo 960 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Venturi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Venturi Coupe would be higher. At 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Venturi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Venturi Coupe (256 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1996 Volvo 960. (168 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Venturi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1996 Volvo 960. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volvo 960 weights approximately 215 kg more than 1991 Venturi Coupe.
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 Coupe (405 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volvo 960. (233 Nm @ 4550 RPM). This means 1991 Venturi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volvo 960.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Venturi Coupe | 1996 Volvo 960 | |
Make | Venturi | Volvo |
Model | Coupe | 960 |
Year Released | 1991 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2849 cc | 2472 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 405 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4550 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2780 mm |