1989 Ford Escort vs. 1992 Venturi Coupe
To start off, 1992 Venturi Coupe is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,456 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Venturi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Venturi Coupe (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1989 Ford Escort. (61 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Venturi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Venturi Coupe weights approximately 370 kg more than 1989 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 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 1992 Venturi Coupe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1992 Venturi Coupe (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Escort. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Venturi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ford Escort | 1992 Venturi Coupe | |
Make | Ford | Venturi |
Model | Escort | Coupe |
Year Released | 1989 | 1992 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 2456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 61 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 296 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |