1995 Venturi 400 vs. 2008 Volvo V70
To start off, 2008 Volvo V70 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Venturi 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Venturi 400 would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Venturi 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Venturi 400 (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 2008 Volvo V70. (200 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Venturi 400 should accelerate faster than 2008 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo V70 weights approximately 332 kg more than 1995 Venturi 400.
Because 1995 Venturi 400 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 1995 Venturi 400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volvo V70, 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, 1995 Venturi 400 (520 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volvo V70. (240 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 1995 Venturi 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Venturi 400 | 2008 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Venturi | Volvo |
| Model | 400 | V70 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 291 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1482 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2760 mm |
