1993 Venturi Coupe vs. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Venturi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Venturi Coupe would be higher. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (360 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1993 Venturi Coupe. (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1993 Venturi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1535 kg more than 1993 Venturi Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (515 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Venturi Coupe. (297 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Venturi Coupe. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 1993 Venturi Coupe has manual transmission. 1993 Venturi Coupe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Venturi Coupe | 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Venturi | Chevrolet |
| Model | Coupe | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 297 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 2790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 6580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 4250 mm |
