1996 Venturi Coupe vs. 2012 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2012 Honda CR-V is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Venturi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Venturi Coupe 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 13 more horse power than 2012 Honda CR-V. (184 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Venturi Coupe should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda CR-V weights approximately 245 kg more than 1996 Venturi Coupe.
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, 2012 Honda CR-V, 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 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda CR-V. (221 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1996 Venturi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda CR-V. 2012 Honda CR-V has automatic transmission and 1996 Venturi Coupe has manual transmission. 1996 Venturi Coupe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Venturi Coupe | 2012 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Venturi | Honda |
| Model | Coupe | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2456 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 184 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1819 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1645 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2620 mm |
