2001 Ford TE-50 vs. 1986 Venturi Coupe
To start off, 2001 Ford TE-50 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Venturi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Venturi Coupe would be higher. At 4,940 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford TE-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford TE-50 (295 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1986 Venturi Coupe. (197 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford TE-50 should accelerate faster than 1986 Venturi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford TE-50 weights approximately 411 kg more than 1986 Venturi Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Ford TE-50 (435 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Venturi Coupe. (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Ford TE-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Venturi Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ford TE-50 | 1986 Venturi Coupe | |
Make | Ford | Venturi |
Model | TE-50 | Coupe |
Year Released | 2001 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4940 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 296 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1666 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2410 mm |