2005 Dodge Magnum vs. 1986 Venturi Cabriolet
To start off, 2005 Dodge Magnum is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Venturi Cabriolet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Venturi Cabriolet would be higher. At 5,900 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Magnum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Venturi Cabriolet (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Magnum. (195 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Venturi Cabriolet should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Magnum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Magnum weights approximately 436 kg more than 1986 Venturi Cabriolet.
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, 2005 Dodge Magnum (379 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Venturi Cabriolet. (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Dodge Magnum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Venturi Cabriolet. 2005 Dodge Magnum has automatic transmission and 1986 Venturi Cabriolet has manual transmission. 1986 Venturi Cabriolet will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Dodge Magnum will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Magnum | 1986 Venturi Cabriolet | |
| Make | Dodge | Venturi |
| Model | Magnum | Cabriolet |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5900 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 379 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1731 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2410 mm |
