1982 Ford Escort vs. 2001 Venturi Atlantique
To start off, 2001 Venturi Atlantique is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,944 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Venturi Atlantique is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Venturi Atlantique (306 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1982 Ford Escort. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Venturi Atlantique should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Venturi Atlantique weights approximately 366 kg more than 1982 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Venturi Atlantique 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 2001 Venturi Atlantique. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Ford Escort, 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, 2001 Venturi Atlantique (402 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Escort. (137 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2001 Venturi Atlantique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Escort | 2001 Venturi Atlantique | |
| Make | Ford | Venturi |
| Model | Escort | Atlantique |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 402 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |
