1999 Chevrolet Venture vs. 1984 Renault 25
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Venture is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Renault 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Renault 25 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 65 more horse power than 1984 Renault 25. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 585 kg more than 1984 Renault 25. 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 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 25. (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Venture | 1984 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Venture | 25 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1984 |
| 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 | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2610 mm |
