1998 Chevrolet Venture vs. 1973 Volkswagen 1600
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Venture is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Volkswagen 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Volkswagen 1600 would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Venture (183 HP) has 130 more horse power than 1973 Volkswagen 1600. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 1973 Volkswagen 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 767 kg more than 1973 Volkswagen 1600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Volkswagen 1600 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 1973 Volkswagen 1600. 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, 1998 Chevrolet Venture (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Volkswagen 1600. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Volkswagen 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Venture | 1973 Volkswagen 1600 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Venture | 1600 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 978 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2410 mm |
