2003 Ford Mustang vs. 1985 Venturi Coupe
To start off, 2003 Ford Mustang is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Venturi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Venturi Coupe would be higher. At 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Mustang (400 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1985 Venturi Coupe. (197 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1985 Venturi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Mustang weights approximately 225 kg more than 1985 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, 2003 Ford Mustang (556 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Venturi Coupe. (297 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Venturi Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford Mustang | 1985 Venturi Coupe | |
Make | Ford | Venturi |
Model | Mustang | Coupe |
Year Released | 2003 | 1985 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4599 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 556 Nm | 297 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2410 mm |