1997 Chevrolet Venture vs. 1979 Ford Escort
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Venture is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Escort 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 138 more horse power than 1979 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 870 kg more than 1979 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Ford Escort 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 1979 Ford Escort. 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 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Chevrolet Venture | 1979 Ford Escort | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Venture | Escort |
Year Released | 1997 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3350 cc | 939 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 45 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 60 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 875 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2410 mm |