1996 Toyota Celica vs. 1991 Venturi Coupe
To start off, 1996 Toyota Celica is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Venturi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Venturi Coupe would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Venturi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Venturi Coupe (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Celica. (173 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Venturi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Venturi Coupe weights approximately 80 kg more than 1996 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Venturi Coupe 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 1991 Venturi Coupe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Celica, 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, 1991 Venturi Coupe (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Celica. (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1991 Venturi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Toyota Celica | 1991 Venturi Coupe | |
| Make | Toyota | Venturi |
| Model | Celica | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2410 mm |
