2004 Chevrolet Venture vs. 1970 Nissan Fairlady
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Venture is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Nissan Fairlady. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Nissan Fairlady 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 (186 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Fairlady. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Fairlady. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 683 kg more than 1970 Nissan Fairlady. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Nissan Fairlady 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 1970 Nissan Fairlady. 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 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Fairlady. (175 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Fairlady.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Venture | 1970 Nissan Fairlady | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Venture | Fairlady |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3392 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1678 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2310 mm |
