1991 Venturi Coupe vs. 2012 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen T5 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 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Venturi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Venturi Coupe (256 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen T5. (104 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Venturi Coupe should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen T5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 985 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 Volkswagen T5, 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 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen T5. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1991 Venturi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen T5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Venturi Coupe | 2012 Volkswagen T5 | |
| Make | Venturi | Volkswagen |
| Model | Coupe | T5 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2849 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 405 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 2270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3410 mm |
