1991 Venturi Coupe vs. 2013 Kia Forte
To start off, 2013 Kia Forte is newer by 22 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 85 more horse power than 2013 Kia Forte. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Venturi Coupe should accelerate faster than 2013 Kia Forte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Kia Forte weights approximately 63 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, 2013 Kia Forte, 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 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Kia Forte. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Venturi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Kia Forte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Venturi Coupe | 2013 Kia Forte | |
| Make | Venturi | Kia |
| Model | Coupe | Forte |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2849 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 405 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1348 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2650 mm |
