2000 Chevrolet Venture vs. 1980 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Venture is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 3,354 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Venture (182 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Corona. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 690 kg more than 1980 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Toyota Corona 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 1980 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Chevrolet Venture (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Corona. (145 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Corona. 2000 Chevrolet Venture has automatic transmission and 1980 Toyota Corona has manual transmission. 1980 Toyota Corona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Chevrolet Venture will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Venture | 1980 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Venture | Corona |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3354 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 75 L |
