1998 Chevrolet Venture vs. 1972 Dodge Challenger
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Venture is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Dodge Challenger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Dodge Challenger would be higher. At 5,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Challenger (241 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1998 Chevrolet Venture. (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Challenger should accelerate faster than 1998 Chevrolet Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 340 kg more than 1972 Dodge Challenger.
Because 1972 Dodge Challenger is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Dodge Challenger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Venture, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1972 Dodge Challenger (401 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chevrolet Venture. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chevrolet Venture.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Venture | 1972 Dodge Challenger | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Venture | Challenger |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 5562 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 241 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2810 mm |
