1997 Venturi Atlantique vs. 1972 Volvo 1800
To start off, 1997 Venturi Atlantique is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Volvo 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Volvo 1800 would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Venturi Atlantique is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Venturi Atlantique (307 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1972 Volvo 1800. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Venturi Atlantique should accelerate faster than 1972 Volvo 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Venturi Atlantique weights approximately 100 kg more than 1972 Volvo 1800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1997 Venturi Atlantique (402 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Volvo 1800. (176 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Venturi Atlantique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Volvo 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Venturi Atlantique | 1972 Volvo 1800 | |
| Make | Venturi | Volvo |
| Model | Atlantique | 1800 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 307 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 402 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2460 mm |
