2005 Lancia Phedra vs. 1990 Venturi Cabriolet
To start off, 2005 Lancia Phedra is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Venturi Cabriolet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Venturi Cabriolet would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Venturi Cabriolet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Venturi Cabriolet (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2005 Lancia Phedra. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Venturi Cabriolet should accelerate faster than 2005 Lancia Phedra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lancia Phedra weights approximately 478 kg more than 1990 Venturi Cabriolet.
Because 1990 Venturi Cabriolet 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 1990 Venturi Cabriolet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Lancia Phedra, 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, 1990 Venturi Cabriolet (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lancia Phedra. (264 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1990 Venturi Cabriolet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lancia Phedra.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Lancia Phedra | 1990 Venturi Cabriolet | |
Make | Lancia | Venturi |
Model | Phedra | Cabriolet |
Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 264 Nm | 296 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1773 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2410 mm |