1999 Chevrolet Venture vs. 1991 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Venture is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Volkswagen Polo 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 140 more horse power than 1991 Volkswagen Polo. (43 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 1991 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 895 kg more than 1991 Volkswagen Polo. 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 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Volkswagen Polo. (76 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Venture | 1991 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Venture | Polo |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3348 cc | 1043 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 850 kg |
