1996 Venturi Atlantique vs. 1981 Volvo 240
To start off, 1996 Venturi Atlantique is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Volvo 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Volvo 240 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 181 more horse power than 1981 Volvo 240. (96 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Venturi Atlantique should accelerate faster than 1981 Volvo 240.
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 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Volvo 240. (127 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Venturi Atlantique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Venturi Atlantique | 1981 Volvo 240 | |
Make | Venturi | Volvo |
Model | Atlantique | 240 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2975 cc | 2127 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 277 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2660 mm |