2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport vs. 1985 Venturi Cabriolet
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Venturi Cabriolet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Venturi Cabriolet would be higher. At 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (297 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1985 Venturi Cabriolet. (197 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 1985 Venturi Cabriolet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 1413 kg more than 1985 Venturi Cabriolet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Venturi Cabriolet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (315 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Venturi Cabriolet. (297 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Venturi Cabriolet. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport has automatic transmission and 1985 Venturi Cabriolet has manual transmission. 1985 Venturi Cabriolet will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | 1985 Venturi Cabriolet | |
Make | Land Rover | Venturi |
Model | Range Rover Sport | Cabriolet |
Year Released | 2009 | 1985 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4394 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 297 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 297 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2410 mm |