1997 Chevrolet Venture vs. 1979 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Venture is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Plymouth Volare. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Plymouth Volare would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Venture (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1979 Plymouth Volare. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 1979 Plymouth Volare. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 280 kg more than 1979 Plymouth Volare. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Plymouth Volare 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 Plymouth Volare. 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 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Plymouth Volare. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Plymouth Volare.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Chevrolet Venture | 1979 Plymouth Volare | |
Make | Chevrolet | Plymouth |
Model | Venture | Volare |
Year Released | 1997 | 1979 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3350 cc | 3687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2760 mm |