1992 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1997 Venturi Atlantique
To start off, 1997 Venturi Atlantique is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Chevrolet Lumina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Chevrolet Lumina would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Venturi Atlantique (307 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1992 Chevrolet Lumina. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Venturi Atlantique should accelerate faster than 1992 Chevrolet Lumina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 251 kg more than 1997 Venturi Atlantique.
Because 1997 Venturi Atlantique 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 1997 Venturi Atlantique. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Lumina, 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, 1997 Venturi Atlantique (402 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Chevrolet Lumina. (292 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Venturi Atlantique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Chevrolet Lumina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Chevrolet Lumina | 1997 Venturi Atlantique | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Venturi |
| Model | Lumina | Atlantique |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 307 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 402 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1541 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2510 mm |
