1971 Chrysler Charger vs. 1997 Toyota Venture
To start off, 1997 Toyota Venture is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chrysler Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chrysler Charger would be higher. At 5,211 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Chrysler Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chrysler Charger (227 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Venture. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chrysler Charger should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chrysler Charger weights approximately 100 kg more than 1997 Toyota Venture. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Chrysler Charger 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 1971 Chrysler Charger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Toyota 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, 1971 Chrysler Charger (461 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Venture. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1971 Chrysler Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Venture.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Chrysler Charger | 1997 Toyota Venture | |
Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
Model | Charger | Venture |
Year Released | 1971 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5211 cc | 1810 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2510 mm |