1998 Ford Focus vs. 1996 Venturi Coupe
To start off, 1998 Ford Focus is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Venturi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Venturi Coupe would be higher. At 2,456 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Venturi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Venturi Coupe (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1998 Ford Focus. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Venturi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Venturi Coupe weights approximately 11 kg more than 1998 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 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 1996 Venturi Coupe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Ford Focus, 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 Coupe (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Focus. (170 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Venturi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ford Focus | 1996 Venturi Coupe | |
Make | Ford | Venturi |
Model | Focus | Coupe |
Year Released | 1998 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1797 cc | 2456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 296 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1244 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2410 mm |