1991 Venturi Coupe vs. 1985 Ford Meteor
To start off, 1991 Venturi Coupe is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Meteor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Meteor would be higher. At 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Venturi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Venturi Coupe (256 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1985 Ford Meteor. (82 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Venturi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Meteor.
Because 1991 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 1991 Venturi Coupe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Ford Meteor, 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, 1991 Venturi Coupe (405 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Meteor. (123 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1991 Venturi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Meteor. 1985 Ford Meteor has automatic transmission and 1991 Venturi Coupe has manual transmission. 1991 Venturi Coupe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Ford Meteor will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Venturi Coupe | 1985 Ford Meteor | |
| Make | Venturi | Ford |
| Model | Coupe | Meteor |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2849 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 405 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |
