2009 Nissan Versa vs. 1993 Venturi Cabriolet
To start off, 2009 Nissan Versa is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Venturi Cabriolet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Venturi Cabriolet would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Venturi Cabriolet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Venturi Cabriolet (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Versa. (122 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Venturi Cabriolet should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Versa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Versa weights approximately 151 kg more than 1993 Venturi Cabriolet.
Because 1993 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 1993 Venturi Cabriolet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Versa, 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, 1993 Venturi Cabriolet (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Versa. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1993 Venturi Cabriolet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Versa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Versa | 1993 Venturi Cabriolet | |
| Make | Nissan | Venturi |
| Model | Versa | Cabriolet |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2410 mm |
