1996 Venturi Atlantique vs. 1969 Volvo 1800
To start off, 1996 Venturi Atlantique is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Volvo 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Volvo 1800 would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Venturi Atlantique is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Venturi Atlantique (277 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1969 Volvo 1800. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Venturi Atlantique should accelerate faster than 1969 Volvo 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Venturi Atlantique weights approximately 120 kg more than 1969 Volvo 1800. 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, 1996 Venturi Atlantique (420 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Volvo 1800. (167 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Venturi Atlantique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Volvo 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Venturi Atlantique | 1969 Volvo 1800 | |
| Make | Venturi | Volvo |
| Model | Atlantique | 1800 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 277 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2460 mm |
