1993 Venturi Cabriolet vs. 2013 Volvo C30
To start off, 2013 Volvo C30 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Venturi Cabriolet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Venturi Cabriolet would be higher. At 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2013 Volvo C30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo C30 (224 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1993 Venturi Cabriolet. (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo C30 should accelerate faster than 1993 Venturi Cabriolet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo C30 weights approximately 162 kg more than 1993 Venturi Cabriolet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Venturi Cabriolet 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 1993 Venturi Cabriolet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo C30, 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, 2013 Volvo C30 (320 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Venturi Cabriolet. (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo C30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Venturi Cabriolet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Venturi Cabriolet | 2013 Volvo C30 | |
| Make | Venturi | Volvo |
| Model | Cabriolet | C30 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1457 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4266 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2039 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1447 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2640 mm |
