1992 Venturi Cabriolet vs. 1972 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 1992 Venturi Cabriolet is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Volkswagen SP2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Volkswagen SP2 would be higher. At 2,457 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Venturi Cabriolet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Venturi Cabriolet (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Venturi Cabriolet should accelerate faster than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Venturi Cabriolet weights approximately 395 kg more than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Venturi Cabriolet (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1992 Venturi Cabriolet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Volkswagen SP2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Venturi Cabriolet | 1972 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | Venturi | Volkswagen |
| Model | Cabriolet | SP2 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 1677 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |
