1998 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1995 Venturi Atlantique

To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Venturi Atlantique. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Venturi Atlantique would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette (345 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1995 Venturi Atlantique. (277 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1995 Venturi Atlantique. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 222 kg more than 1995 Venturi Atlantique. 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, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette (475 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Venturi Atlantique. (420 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Venturi Atlantique.

Compare all specifications:

1998 Chevrolet Corvette 1995 Venturi Atlantique
Make Chevrolet Venturi
Model Corvette Atlantique
Year Released 1998 1995
Body Type Convertible Coupe
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 5666 cc 2975 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 345 HP 277 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5300 RPM
Torque 475 Nm 420 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 2500 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1472 kg 1250 kg
Vehicle Length 4570 mm 4250 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 1850 mm
Vehicle Height 1220 mm 1190 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2510 mm


 

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