1997 Chevrolet Venture vs. 1997 Mini MK VII
To start off, both 1997 Chevrolet Venture and 1997 Mini MK VII were released in the same year (1997). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 87 more horse power than 1997 Mini MK VII. (96 HP @ 6130 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 1997 Mini MK VII. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 1010 kg more than 1997 Mini MK VII. 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 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mini MK VII. (115 Nm @ 2650 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mini MK VII.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Chevrolet Venture | 1997 Mini MK VII | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mini |
Model | Venture | MK VII |
Year Released | 1997 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3350 cc | 1275 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6130 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2650 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2040 mm |