2008 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1998 Venturi Atlantique
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Venturi Atlantique. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Venturi Atlantique would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 260 kg more than 1998 Venturi Atlantique.
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, 1998 Venturi Atlantique (402 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Lumina. (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Venturi Atlantique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Lumina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Lumina | 1998 Venturi Atlantique | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Venturi |
| Model | Lumina | Atlantique |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 306 HP |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 402 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2510 mm |
