1997 Chevrolet Venture vs. 1970 Steyr Haflinger
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Venture is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Steyr Haflinger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Steyr Haflinger 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 156 more horse power than 1970 Steyr Haflinger. (27 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 1970 Steyr Haflinger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 1095 kg more than 1970 Steyr Haflinger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Steyr Haflinger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Chevrolet Venture. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Steyr Haflinger will offer significantly more control. 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 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Steyr Haflinger. (46 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Steyr Haflinger.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Chevrolet Venture | 1970 Steyr Haflinger | |
Make | Chevrolet | Steyr |
Model | Venture | Haflinger |
Year Released | 1997 | 1970 |
Engine Size | 3350 cc | 643 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 27 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 46 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 2860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 1510 mm |