1991 Venturi Coupe vs. 2001 Volvo V70
To start off, 2001 Volvo V70 is newer by 10 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 2001 Volvo V70. (168 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Venturi Coupe should accelerate faster than 2001 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Volvo V70 weights approximately 299 kg more than 1991 Venturi Coupe.
Because 1991 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 1991 Venturi Coupe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Volvo V70, 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 Coupe (405 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Volvo V70. (350 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1991 Venturi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Venturi Coupe | 2001 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Venturi | Volvo |
| Model | Coupe | V70 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2849 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 405 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1584 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2760 mm |
