1999 Chevrolet Venture vs. 1991 Rover 820
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Venture is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Rover 820. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Rover 820 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 3 more horse power than 1991 Rover 820. (180 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 1991 Rover 820. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 337 kg more than 1991 Rover 820. 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 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Rover 820. (215 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Rover 820.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Venture | 1991 Rover 820 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Rover |
| Model | Venture | 820 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3348 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1408 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2780 mm |
