2009 Ford Taurus vs. 1989 Venturi Coupe
To start off, 2009 Ford Taurus is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Venturi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Venturi Coupe would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Taurus (263 HP @ 6251 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1989 Venturi Coupe. (197 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1989 Venturi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Venturi Coupe weights approximately 145 kg more than 2009 Ford Taurus.
Because 1989 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 1989 Venturi Coupe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Taurus, 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, 2009 Ford Taurus (338 Nm @ 4501 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Venturi Coupe. (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Venturi Coupe. 2009 Ford Taurus has automatic transmission and 1989 Venturi Coupe has manual transmission. 1989 Venturi Coupe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford Taurus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Taurus | 1989 Venturi Coupe | |
| Make | Ford | Venturi |
| Model | Taurus | Coupe |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6251 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4501 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2410 mm |
