1999 Chevrolet Venture vs. 1982 Ford Cortina
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Venture is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ford Cortina 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 123 more horse power than 1982 Ford Cortina. (60 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 745 kg more than 1982 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Ford Cortina 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 1982 Ford Cortina. 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 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Cortina. (92 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Chevrolet Venture | 1982 Ford Cortina | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Venture | Cortina |
Year Released | 1999 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3348 cc | 1294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 92 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2590 mm |