1997 Chevrolet Venture vs. 1988 Plymouth Colt
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Venture is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Plymouth Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Plymouth Colt 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 50 more horse power than 1988 Plymouth Colt. (133 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 1988 Plymouth Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 615 kg more than 1988 Plymouth Colt. 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 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Plymouth Colt. (191 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Plymouth Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Venture | 1988 Plymouth Colt | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Plymouth |
| Model | Venture | Colt |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2400 mm |
