1980 Reliant GTC vs. 1997 Toyota Venture
To start off, 1997 Toyota Venture is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Reliant GTC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Reliant GTC would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Reliant GTC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Reliant GTC (135 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Venture. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Reliant GTC should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Venture weights approximately 50 kg more than 1980 Reliant GTC.
Because 1980 Reliant GTC 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 1980 Reliant GTC. 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, 1980 Reliant GTC (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Venture. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1980 Reliant GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Venture.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Reliant GTC | 1997 Toyota Venture | |
| Make | Reliant | Toyota |
| Model | GTC | Venture |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 1810 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2510 mm |
