1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2004 Chevrolet Venture
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Venture is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (543 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 358 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Venture. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 246 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Venture. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage 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 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. 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, 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (745 Nm) has 460 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Venture. (285 Nm). This means 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Venture.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2004 Chevrolet Venture | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Chevrolet |
| Model | V8 Vantage | Venture |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 3392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 543 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 745 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1992 kg | 1746 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 95 L |
