1968 Chevrolet Corvair vs. 2004 Chevrolet Venture
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Venture is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chevrolet Corvair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chevrolet Corvair would be higher. At 3,343 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Venture (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1968 Chevrolet Corvair. (102 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 1968 Chevrolet Corvair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 612 kg more than 1968 Chevrolet Corvair. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Chevrolet Corvair 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 1968 Chevrolet Corvair. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Venture, 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, 2004 Chevrolet Venture (285 Nm) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Chevrolet Corvair. (182 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Chevrolet Corvair.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Chevrolet Corvair | 2004 Chevrolet Venture | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Corvair | Venture |
Year Released | 1968 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2375 cc | 3343 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 182 Nm | 285 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1746 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3080 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 95 L |