1991 Venturi Coupe vs. 2007 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 16 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 156 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Venturi Coupe should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Venturi Coupe weights approximately 140 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Volkswagen Polo, 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 265 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. (140 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1991 Venturi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Venturi Coupe | 2007 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Venturi | Volkswagen |
| Model | Coupe | Polo |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2849 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 405 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2470 mm |
