1997 Chevrolet Venture vs. 1966 NSU Prinz
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Venture is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 NSU Prinz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 NSU Prinz would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Venture (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1966 NSU Prinz. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 1966 NSU Prinz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 1180 kg more than 1966 NSU Prinz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 NSU Prinz 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 1966 NSU Prinz. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1997 Chevrolet Venture (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 NSU Prinz. (42 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 NSU Prinz.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Chevrolet Venture | 1966 NSU Prinz | |
Make | Chevrolet | NSU |
Model | Venture | Prinz |
Year Released | 1997 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3350 cc | 583 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 30 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 42 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2010 mm |