1999 Chevrolet Venture vs. 1975 Renault 5
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Venture is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Renault 5 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 150 more horse power than 1975 Renault 5. (33 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 1975 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 1030 kg more than 1975 Renault 5. 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 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Renault 5. (53 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Chevrolet Venture | 1975 Renault 5 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
Model | Venture | 5 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3348 cc | 782 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 53 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2410 mm |