1994 Dodge Venom vs. 2011 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Dodge Venom. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Dodge Venom would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1254 kg more than 1994 Dodge Venom.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado (413 Nm) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Dodge Venom. (339 Nm). This means 2011 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Dodge Venom. 2011 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 1994 Dodge Venom has manual transmission. 1994 Dodge Venom will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Dodge Venom | 2011 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Dodge | Chevrolet |
| Model | Venom | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 302 HP |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 413 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1057 kg | 2311 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5847 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1875 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3645 mm |
