1997 Chevrolet Venture vs. 1978 Renault 18
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Venture is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Renault 18. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Renault 18 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 120 more horse power than 1978 Renault 18. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 1978 Renault 18. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 750 kg more than 1978 Renault 18. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1997 Chevrolet Venture (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Renault 18. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Renault 18.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Chevrolet Venture | 1978 Renault 18 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
Model | Venture | 18 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3350 cc | 1397 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2450 mm |