1996 Venturi Coupe vs. 1992 Volkswagen Vento
To start off, 1996 Venturi Coupe is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Volkswagen Vento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Volkswagen Vento 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 107 more horse power than 1992 Volkswagen Vento. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Venturi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1992 Volkswagen Vento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Venturi Coupe weights approximately 180 kg more than 1992 Volkswagen Vento. 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, 1992 Volkswagen Vento, 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 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Volkswagen Vento. (145 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Venturi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Volkswagen Vento.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Venturi Coupe | 1992 Volkswagen Vento | |
Make | Venturi | Volkswagen |
Model | Coupe | Vento |
Year Released | 1996 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2456 cc | 1779 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 296 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2480 mm |