2006 Ford Ikon vs. 1988 Venturi Coupe
To start off, 2006 Ford Ikon is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Venturi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Venturi Coupe would be higher. At 2,456 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Venturi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Venturi Coupe (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ikon. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Venturi Coupe should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ikon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ikon weights approximately 460 kg more than 1988 Venturi Coupe.
Because 1988 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 1988 Venturi Coupe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ikon, 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, 1988 Venturi Coupe (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ikon. (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 Venturi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ikon.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Ikon | 1988 Venturi Coupe | |
Make | Ford | Venturi |
Model | Ikon | Coupe |
Year Released | 2006 | 1988 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 296 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2410 mm |