2000 Lotus Extreme vs. 1986 Venturi Coupe
To start off, 2000 Lotus Extreme is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Venturi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Venturi Coupe would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Venturi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Venturi Coupe (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2000 Lotus Extreme. (120 HP @ 7800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Venturi Coupe should accelerate faster than 2000 Lotus Extreme. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Venturi Coupe weights approximately 799 kg more than 2000 Lotus Extreme. 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, 1986 Venturi Coupe (296 Nm) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lotus Extreme. (180 Nm). This means 1986 Venturi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lotus Extreme.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Lotus Extreme | 1986 Venturi Coupe | |
| Make | Lotus | Venturi |
| Model | Extreme | Coupe |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 700 cc | 2458 cc |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 456 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2410 mm |
