1991 Venturi Coupe vs. 2012 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2012 Nissan Altima is newer by 21 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Venturi Coupe (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Altima. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Venturi Coupe should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Altima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Altima weights approximately 138 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, 2012 Nissan Altima, 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 (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Altima. (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1991 Venturi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Venturi Coupe | 2012 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Venturi | Nissan |
| Model | Coupe | Altima |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1398 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4595 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2675 mm |
