2008 Ford Mondeo vs. 1991 Venturi Coupe
To start off, 2008 Ford Mondeo is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Venturi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Venturi Coupe would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Venturi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Venturi Coupe (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2008 Ford Mondeo. (153 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Venturi Coupe should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 222 kg more than 1991 Venturi Coupe.
Because 1991 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 1991 Venturi Coupe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Ford Mondeo, 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, 2008 Ford Mondeo (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Venturi Coupe. (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Venturi Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Mondeo | 1991 Venturi Coupe | |
| Make | Ford | Venturi |
| Model | Mondeo | Coupe |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1482 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2410 mm |
