1999 Chevrolet Venture vs. 1974 Ford Maverick
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Venture is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ford Maverick 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 101 more horse power than 1974 Ford Maverick. (82 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 530 kg more than 1974 Ford Maverick. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Ford Maverick 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 1974 Ford Maverick. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Chevrolet Venture (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ford Maverick. (179 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Chevrolet Venture | 1974 Ford Maverick | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Venture | Maverick |
Year Released | 1999 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3348 cc | 2782 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 179 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2800 mm |