1994 Ford Escort vs. 1996 Venturi Atlantique
To start off, 1996 Venturi Atlantique is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Venturi Atlantique is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Venturi Atlantique (277 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1994 Ford Escort. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Venturi Atlantique should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Venturi Atlantique weights approximately 185 kg more than 1994 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 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 1996 Venturi Atlantique. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1996 Venturi Atlantique (420 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Escort. (114 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1996 Venturi Atlantique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Escort | 1996 Venturi Atlantique | |
| Make | Ford | Venturi |
| Model | Escort | Atlantique |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1391 cc | 2975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 277 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.2 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.3 mm | 72.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1190 mm |
