1996 Venturi Coupe vs. 1984 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 1996 Venturi Coupe is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Volkswagen Polo would be higher. At 2,456 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Venturi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Venturi Coupe (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1984 Volkswagen Polo. (38 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Venturi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1984 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Venturi Coupe weights approximately 555 kg more than 1984 Volkswagen Polo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 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 1996 Venturi Coupe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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 Coupe (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Volkswagen Polo. (74 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1996 Venturi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Venturi Coupe | 1984 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Venturi | Volkswagen |
Model | Coupe | Polo |
Year Released | 1996 | 1984 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2456 cc | 1043 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 296 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2700 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 | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2340 mm |