1997 Chevrolet Venture vs. 1999 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1999 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Chevrolet Venture. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Chevrolet Venture 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 69 more horse power than 1999 Mitsubishi Lancer. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 1999 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Because 1999 Mitsubishi Lancer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Chevrolet Venture. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Mitsubishi Lancer will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Mitsubishi Lancer (373 Nm) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Chevrolet Venture. (285 Nm). This means 1999 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Chevrolet Venture.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Venture | 1999 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Venture | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2520 mm |
