2004 Chevrolet Venture vs. 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Venture is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Venture (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser weights approximately 199 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Venture.
Because 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser 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 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. 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, 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser (380 Nm) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Venture. (285 Nm). This means 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Venture.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Venture | 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Venture | Vista Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3343 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 103.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 1945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3080 mm |
