2005 MG TF vs. 1988 Venturi Cabriolet
To start off, 2005 MG TF is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Venturi Cabriolet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Venturi Cabriolet would be higher. At 2,456 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Venturi Cabriolet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Venturi Cabriolet (199 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2005 MG TF. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Venturi Cabriolet should accelerate faster than 2005 MG TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Venturi Cabriolet weights approximately 95 kg more than 2005 MG TF. 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, 1988 Venturi Cabriolet (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 MG TF. (165 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Venturi Cabriolet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 MG TF | 1988 Venturi Cabriolet | |
| Make | MG | Venturi |
| Model | TF | Cabriolet |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 199 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2410 mm |
