2004 Chevrolet Venture vs. 1973 Mazda Chante
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Venture is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda Chante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda Chante 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 156 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 1188 kg more than 1973 Mazda Chante. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Venture (285 Nm) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Chante. (41 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Venture | 1973 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Venture | Chante |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3392 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1678 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2210 mm |
