1995 Venturi Cabriolet vs. 2012 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2012 Nissan Sentra is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Venturi Cabriolet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Venturi Cabriolet would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Venturi Cabriolet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Venturi Cabriolet (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Sentra. (140 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Venturi Cabriolet should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 23 kg more than 1995 Venturi Cabriolet.
Because 1995 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 1995 Venturi Cabriolet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Sentra, 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 Cabriolet (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Sentra. (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1995 Venturi Cabriolet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Venturi Cabriolet | 2012 Nissan Sentra | |
Make | Venturi | Nissan |
Model | Cabriolet | Sentra |
Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 296 Nm | 199 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1318 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4567 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1791 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1511 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2685 mm |