2004 Chevrolet Venture vs. 1978 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Venture is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Corolla 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 129 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Corolla. (57 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 808 kg more than 1978 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Toyota Corolla 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 1978 Toyota Corolla. 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 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Corolla. (95 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Venture | 1978 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Venture | Corolla |
Year Released | 2004 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3392 cc | 1166 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 186 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 95 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1678 kg | 870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2380 mm |