2009 Ford Explorer vs. 1991 Venturi Coupe

To start off, 2009 Ford Explorer is newer by 18 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 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Explorer (399 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1991 Venturi Coupe. (256 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1991 Venturi Coupe.

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, 1991 Venturi Coupe (405 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Explorer. (369 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Venturi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Explorer. 2009 Ford Explorer has automatic transmission and 1991 Venturi Coupe has manual transmission. 1991 Venturi Coupe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford Explorer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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2009 Ford Explorer 1991 Venturi Coupe
Make Ford Venturi
Model Explorer Coupe
Year Released 2009 1991
Body Type SUV Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4799 cc 2849 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 399 HP 256 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 5750 RPM
Torque 369 Nm 405 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 1750 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 1710 mm