1998 Chevrolet Venture vs. 1994 Dodge Stratus
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Venture is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Dodge Stratus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Dodge Stratus 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 54 more horse power than 1994 Dodge Stratus. (129 HP @ 5850 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 1994 Dodge Stratus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 395 kg more than 1994 Dodge Stratus. 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, 1998 Chevrolet Venture (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Dodge Stratus. (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Dodge Stratus.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Chevrolet Venture | 1994 Dodge Stratus | |
Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
Model | Venture | Stratus |
Year Released | 1998 | 1994 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3350 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5850 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2750 mm |