2001 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 1997 Toyota Venture
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Cavalier is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Venture. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Venture would be higher. At 2,190 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Cavalier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Cavalier (120 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Venture. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Cavalier should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Venture weights approximately 153 kg more than 2001 Chevrolet Cavalier.
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, 2001 Chevrolet Cavalier (183 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Venture. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Cavalier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Venture.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Cavalier | 1997 Toyota Venture | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Cavalier | Venture |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2190 cc | 1810 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2510 mm |
