2007 Ford C-MAX vs. 1989 Venturi Coupe
To start off, 2007 Ford C-MAX is newer by 18 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 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Venturi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Venturi Coupe (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2007 Ford C-MAX. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Venturi Coupe should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford C-MAX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford C-MAX weights approximately 167 kg more than 1989 Venturi Coupe.
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, 2007 Ford C-MAX, 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, 1989 Venturi Coupe (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford C-MAX. (166 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1989 Venturi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford C-MAX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford C-MAX | 1989 Venturi Coupe | |
| Make | Ford | Venturi |
| Model | C-MAX | Coupe |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2410 mm |
