1999 Chevrolet Venture vs. 1972 Honda Z
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Venture is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Honda Z would be higher. At 3,348 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Venture (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1972 Honda Z. (24 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 1972 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 1235 kg more than 1972 Honda Z. 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, 1999 Chevrolet Venture (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Honda Z. (30 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Venture | 1972 Honda Z | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Venture | Z |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3348 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 30 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2010 mm |
