1997 Chevrolet Venture vs. 2002 Lada 117
To start off, 2002 Lada 117 is newer by 5 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 106 more horse power than 2002 Lada 117. (77 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 2002 Lada 117. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 645 kg more than 2002 Lada 117. 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 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lada 117. (133 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lada 117.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Venture | 2002 Lada 117 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lada |
| Model | Venture | 117 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 77 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1510 mm |
