2004 Chevrolet Venture vs. 1977 Porsche 930
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Venture is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 3,343 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Porsche 930 (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Venture. (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 600 kg more than 1977 Porsche 930.
Because 1977 Porsche 930 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 1977 Porsche 930. 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, 1977 Porsche 930 (350 Nm) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Venture. (285 Nm). This means 1977 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Venture.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Venture | 1977 Porsche 930 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Venture | 930 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3343 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 70.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 1146 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2510 mm |
