2008 Opel Antara vs. 1998 Venturi 400
To start off, 2008 Opel Antara is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Venturi 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Venturi 400 would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Venturi 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Venturi 400 (396 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 2008 Opel Antara. (138 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Venturi 400 should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Antara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Antara weights approximately 655 kg more than 1998 Venturi 400.
Because 2008 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Venturi 400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Opel Antara will offer significantly more control. 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 400 (520 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Antara. (220 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 Venturi 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Antara.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Opel Antara | 1998 Venturi 400 | |
Make | Opel | Venturi |
Model | Antara | 400 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2404 cc | 2975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 396 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 520 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 291 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2500 mm |