2004 Lexus SC vs. 1993 Venturi Cabriolet
To start off, 2004 Lexus SC is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Venturi Cabriolet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Venturi Cabriolet would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lexus SC (225 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1993 Venturi Cabriolet. (197 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 1993 Venturi Cabriolet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lexus SC weights approximately 180 kg more than 1993 Venturi Cabriolet. 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, 1993 Venturi Cabriolet (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lexus SC. (290 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1993 Venturi Cabriolet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lexus SC.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Lexus SC | 1993 Venturi Cabriolet | |
Make | Lexus | Venturi |
Model | SC | Cabriolet |
Year Released | 2004 | 1993 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2997 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 296 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2410 mm |