1998 Chevrolet Venture vs. 2012 SSC Tuatara
To start off, 2012 SSC Tuatara is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Chevrolet Venture. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chevrolet Venture would be higher. At 6,932 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 SSC Tuatara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 SSC Tuatara (1,350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 1167 more horse power than 1998 Chevrolet Venture. (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 SSC Tuatara should accelerate faster than 1998 Chevrolet Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 498 kg more than 2012 SSC Tuatara.
Because 2012 SSC Tuatara 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 2012 SSC Tuatara. 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, 2012 SSC Tuatara (1,042 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 757 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chevrolet Venture. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 SSC Tuatara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chevrolet Venture.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Chevrolet Venture | 2012 SSC Tuatara | |
Make | Chevrolet | SSC |
Model | Venture | Tuatara |
Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3350 cc | 6932 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 1350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 1042 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1247 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1991 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1092 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2667 mm |