1997 Chevrolet Venture vs. 1994 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Venture is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Plymouth Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Plymouth Voyager 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 83 more horse power than 1994 Plymouth Voyager. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 1994 Plymouth Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 340 kg more than 1994 Plymouth Voyager. 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 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Plymouth Voyager. (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Plymouth Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Chevrolet Venture | 1994 Plymouth Voyager | |
Make | Chevrolet | Plymouth |
Model | Venture | Voyager |
Year Released | 1997 | 1994 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3350 cc | 2501 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2860 mm |