2004 Chevrolet Venture vs. 1957 Riley 2.6
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Venture is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Riley 2.6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Riley 2.6 would be higher. At 3,392 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Venture (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1957 Riley 2.6. (101 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 1957 Riley 2.6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 106 kg more than 1957 Riley 2.6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Riley 2.6 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 1957 Riley 2.6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Chevrolet Venture (285 Nm) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Riley 2.6. (194 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Riley 2.6.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Venture | 1957 Riley 2.6 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Riley |
Model | Venture | 2.6 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3392 cc | 2639 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 194 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 79.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88.9 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 54 L |