1997 Chevrolet Venture vs. 1996 Toyota Previa
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Venture is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Previa 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 51 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Previa. (132 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 130 kg more than 1996 Toyota Previa. 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 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Previa. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Previa.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Chevrolet Venture | 1996 Toyota Previa | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Venture | Previa |
Year Released | 1997 | 1996 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3350 cc | 2438 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 132 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2530 mm |