1999 Chevrolet Venture vs. 1987 Nissan Santana
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Venture is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Nissan Santana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Nissan Santana 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 90 more horse power than 1987 Nissan Santana. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 1987 Nissan Santana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 675 kg more than 1987 Nissan Santana. 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 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Nissan Santana. (143 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Nissan Santana.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Chevrolet Venture | 1987 Nissan Santana | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Venture | Santana |
Year Released | 1999 | 1987 |
Engine Size | 3348 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2560 mm |