1991 Venturi Coupe vs. 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche

To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 20 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1991 Venturi Coupe. (256 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1991 Venturi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 856 kg more than 1991 Venturi Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Venturi Coupe. (405 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Venturi Coupe. 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche has automatic transmission and 1991 Venturi Coupe has manual transmission. 1991 Venturi Coupe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1991 Venturi Coupe 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche
Make Venturi Chevrolet
Model Coupe Avalanche
Year Released 1991 2011
Body Type Coupe Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2849 cc 5300 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 256 HP 310 HP
Engine RPM 5750 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 405 Nm 454 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 6 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1285 kg 2141 kg
Vehicle Length 4100 mm 5630 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 2020 mm
Vehicle Height 1180 mm 1950 mm
Wheelbase Size 2410 mm 3310 mm


 

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