2004 Chevrolet Venture vs. 1968 Toyota Century
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Venture is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota Century 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 58 more horse power than 1968 Toyota Century. (127 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Toyota Century weights approximately 54 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Venture.
Because 1968 Toyota Century 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 1968 Toyota Century. 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 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota Century. (250 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota Century.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Venture | 1968 Toyota Century | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Venture | Century |
Year Released | 2004 | 1968 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3392 cc | 2981 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 250 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 70 L |