1997 Chevrolet Venture vs. 1990 Ford Falcon
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Venture is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Falcon 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 63 more horse power than 1990 Ford Falcon. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 325 kg more than 1990 Ford Falcon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Ford Falcon 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 1990 Ford Falcon. 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 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Falcon. (235 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Venture | 1990 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Venture | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 3157 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2800 mm |
