2006 Ford Freestar vs. 1986 Venturi Coupe
To start off, 2006 Ford Freestar is newer by 20 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 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Freestar (201 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1986 Venturi Coupe. (197 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Freestar should accelerate faster than 1986 Venturi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Freestar weights approximately 461 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.
Because 1986 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 1986 Venturi Coupe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Freestar, 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, 2006 Ford Freestar (357 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Venturi Coupe. (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Venturi Coupe. 2006 Ford Freestar has automatic transmission and 1986 Venturi Coupe has manual transmission. 1986 Venturi Coupe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Ford Freestar will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Freestar | 1986 Venturi Coupe | |
| Make | Ford | Venturi |
| Model | Freestar | Coupe |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3650 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2410 mm |
