1999 Chevrolet Venture vs. 1977 Renault 20
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Venture is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Renault 20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Renault 20 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 73 more horse power than 1977 Renault 20. (110 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 1977 Renault 20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 485 kg more than 1977 Renault 20. 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 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Renault 20. (167 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Renault 20.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Chevrolet Venture | 1977 Renault 20 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
Model | Venture | 20 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3348 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2680 mm |