1998 Chevrolet Venture vs. 1985 Holden Drover
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Venture is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Holden Drover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Holden Drover 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 @ 5200 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1985 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 1985 Holden Drover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 835 kg more than 1985 Holden Drover. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Holden Drover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Chevrolet Venture. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Holden Drover will offer significantly more control. 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 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Holden Drover.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Chevrolet Venture | 1985 Holden Drover | |
Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
Model | Venture | Drover |
Year Released | 1998 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3350 cc | 1324 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2040 mm |