1996 Venturi Atlantique vs. 2010 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Venturi Atlantique. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Venturi Atlantique 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 193 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Polo. (84 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Venturi Atlantique should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Venturi Atlantique weights approximately 180 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Polo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Venturi Atlantique 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 1996 Venturi Atlantique. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Polo, 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, 1996 Venturi Atlantique (420 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Polo. (132 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1996 Venturi Atlantique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Venturi Atlantique | 2010 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Venturi | Volkswagen |
Model | Atlantique | Polo |
Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2975 cc | 1200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 277 HP | 84 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1682 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1462 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2470 mm |