1998 Ford Contour vs. 1990 Venturi Coupe
To start off, 1998 Ford Contour is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Venturi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Venturi Coupe would be higher. At 2,544 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford Contour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Venturi Coupe (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1998 Ford Contour. (195 HP @ 6625 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Venturi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Contour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Contour weights approximately 156 kg more than 1990 Venturi Coupe.
Because 1990 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 1990 Venturi Coupe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Ford Contour, 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, 1990 Venturi Coupe (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Contour. (224 Nm @ 5625 RPM). This means 1990 Venturi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Contour.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ford Contour | 1990 Venturi Coupe | |
Make | Ford | Venturi |
Model | Contour | Coupe |
Year Released | 1998 | 1990 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2544 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6625 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 296 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5625 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1411 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2410 mm |