Manifold Vacuum Vs. Venturi Vacuum
Manifold vacuum is caused by a different effect than venturi vacuum, which is present inside carburetors. Venturi vacuum is caused by the venturi effect and depends on the total mass flow through the carburetor. In engines that use carburetors, venturi vacuum is proportional to the total mass flow through the engine (and hence the total power output).
Manifold vacuum may also be "ported" where the opening is placed so it is normally above the throttle plate at idle, but as the butterfly valve opens, the opening is effectively below it, and the opening sees nearly the full manifold vacuum. Ported vacuum is often used for distributors and emissions items.
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