1994 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1999 Chevrolet Venture
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Venture is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 4,312 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Chevrolet Caprice (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1999 Chevrolet Venture. (183 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1999 Chevrolet Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 289 kg more than 1999 Chevrolet Venture. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Chevrolet Caprice 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 1994 Chevrolet Caprice. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1994 Chevrolet Caprice (332 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Chevrolet Venture. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Chevrolet Venture.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Chevrolet Caprice | 1999 Chevrolet Venture | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Caprice | Venture |
Year Released | 1994 | 1999 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4312 cc | 3348 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 183 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 2034 kg | 1745 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2850 mm |