1998 Chevrolet Venture vs. 1975 Holden Statesman
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Venture is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Holden Statesman (238 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1998 Chevrolet Venture. (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 1998 Chevrolet Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 210 kg more than 1975 Holden Statesman.
Because 1975 Holden Statesman 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 1975 Holden Statesman. 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, 1975 Holden Statesman (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chevrolet Venture. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chevrolet Venture.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Venture | 1975 Holden Statesman | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
| Model | Venture | Statesman |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 5042 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2900 mm |
