1999 Honda Civic vs. 2000 Venturi Atlantique
To start off, 2000 Venturi Atlantique is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Venturi Atlantique is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Venturi Atlantique (306 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1999 Honda Civic. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Venturi Atlantique should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Venturi Atlantique weights approximately 335 kg more than 1999 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Venturi Atlantique 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 2000 Venturi Atlantique. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Civic, 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, 2000 Venturi Atlantique (402 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Civic. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Venturi Atlantique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda Civic | 2000 Venturi Atlantique | |
Make | Honda | Venturi |
Model | Civic | Atlantique |
Year Released | 1999 | 2000 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 402 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1190 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2510 mm |