2000 Ford Laser vs. 1995 Venturi 400
To start off, 2000 Ford Laser is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Venturi 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Venturi 400 would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Venturi 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Venturi 400 (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 290 more horse power than 2000 Ford Laser. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Venturi 400 should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Venturi 400 weights approximately 35 kg more than 2000 Ford Laser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Venturi 400 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 1995 Venturi 400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Ford Laser, 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, 1995 Venturi 400 (520 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Laser. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Venturi 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Laser | 1995 Venturi 400 | |
Make | Ford | Venturi |
Model | Laser | 400 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 520 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2500 mm |