2000 Chevrolet Venture vs. 1989 Volvo 760
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Venture is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Volvo 760. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Volvo 760 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 19 more horse power than 1989 Volvo 760. (163 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 1989 Volvo 760. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 213 kg more than 1989 Volvo 760. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Volvo 760 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 1989 Volvo 760. 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 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Volvo 760. (263 Nm @ 3450 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Volvo 760. 2000 Chevrolet Venture has automatic transmission and 1989 Volvo 760 has manual transmission. 1989 Volvo 760 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 | 1989 Volvo 760 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Venture | 760 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3354 cc | 2314 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 263 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3450 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1462 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2780 mm |
