1999 Venturi Atlantique vs. 1988 Volvo 440
To start off, 1999 Venturi Atlantique is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Volvo 440. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Volvo 440 would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Venturi Atlantique is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Venturi Atlantique (306 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1988 Volvo 440. (109 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Venturi Atlantique should accelerate faster than 1988 Volvo 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Venturi Atlantique weights approximately 260 kg more than 1988 Volvo 440. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 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 1999 Venturi Atlantique. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Volvo 440, 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, 1999 Venturi Atlantique (402 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Volvo 440. (140 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1999 Venturi Atlantique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Volvo 440.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Venturi Atlantique | 1988 Volvo 440 | |
| Make | Venturi | Volvo |
| Model | Atlantique | 440 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 402 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2780 mm |
