1984 Ford Telstar vs. 1995 Venturi Coupe
To start off, 1995 Venturi Coupe is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Telstar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Telstar would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Venturi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Venturi Coupe (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1984 Ford Telstar. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Venturi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Telstar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Venturi Coupe weights approximately 223 kg more than 1984 Ford Telstar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Venturi Coupe 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 Coupe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Ford Telstar, 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 Coupe (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Telstar. (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Venturi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Telstar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Telstar | 1995 Venturi Coupe | |
| Make | Ford | Venturi |
| Model | Telstar | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1032 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2410 mm |
