2008 Opel Vivaro vs. 1995 Venturi Cabriolet
To start off, 2008 Opel Vivaro is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Venturi Cabriolet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Venturi Cabriolet would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Venturi Cabriolet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Venturi Cabriolet (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2008 Opel Vivaro. (100 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Venturi Cabriolet should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Vivaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Vivaro weights approximately 382 kg more than 1995 Venturi Cabriolet.
Because 1995 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 1995 Venturi Cabriolet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Opel Vivaro, 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, 1995 Venturi Cabriolet (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Vivaro. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Venturi Cabriolet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Vivaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Opel Vivaro | 1995 Venturi Cabriolet | |
| Make | Opel | Venturi |
| Model | Vivaro | Cabriolet |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Van | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1677 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2410 mm |
