2008 Ford Explorer vs. 1992 Venturi Coupe
To start off, 2008 Ford Explorer is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Venturi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Venturi Coupe would be higher. At 4,013 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1992 Venturi Coupe. (197 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1992 Venturi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Explorer weights approximately 822 kg more than 1992 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, 2008 Ford Explorer (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Venturi Coupe. (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Venturi Coupe. 2008 Ford Explorer has automatic transmission and 1992 Venturi Coupe has manual transmission. 1992 Venturi Coupe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Ford Explorer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Explorer | 1992 Venturi Coupe | |
| Make | Ford | Venturi |
| Model | Explorer | Coupe |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1992 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4013 cc | 2456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2077 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3320 mm | 2410 mm |
