1991 Venturi Coupe vs. 2008 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 17 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 86 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Jetta. (170 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Venturi Coupe should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 71 kg more than 1991 Venturi Coupe.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Jetta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Venturi Coupe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Jetta 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 Coupe (405 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Jetta. (240 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1991 Venturi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Venturi Coupe | 2008 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Venturi | Volkswagen |
Model | Coupe | Jetta |
Year Released | 1991 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2849 cc | 2480 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 405 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1356 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2580 mm |