1997 Chevrolet Venture vs. 2011 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2011 Tata Indigo is newer by 14 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 98 more horse power than 2011 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 605 kg more than 2011 Tata Indigo. 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 2011 Tata Indigo. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Venture | 2011 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Tata |
| Model | Venture | Indigo |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2460 mm |
