1997 Chevrolet Venture vs. 1977 Suzuki Cervo
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Venture is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Suzuki Cervo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Suzuki Cervo 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 157 more horse power than 1977 Suzuki Cervo. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 1977 Suzuki Cervo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 1210 kg more than 1977 Suzuki Cervo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Suzuki Cervo 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 1977 Suzuki Cervo. 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 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Suzuki Cervo. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Suzuki Cervo.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Chevrolet Venture | 1977 Suzuki Cervo | |
Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
Model | Venture | Cervo |
Year Released | 1997 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3350 cc | 539 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 26 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 52 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2040 mm |