2004 Chevrolet Venture vs. 1981 De Tomaso Deauville
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Venture is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 De Tomaso Deauville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 De Tomaso Deauville would be higher. At 5,762 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 De Tomaso Deauville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 De Tomaso Deauville (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Venture. (186 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 De Tomaso Deauville should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 De Tomaso Deauville weights approximately 262 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Venture. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 De Tomaso Deauville 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 1981 De Tomaso Deauville. 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, 1981 De Tomaso Deauville (450 Nm) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Venture. (285 Nm). This means 1981 De Tomaso Deauville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Venture.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Venture | 1981 De Tomaso Deauville | |
Make | Chevrolet | De Tomaso |
Model | Venture | Deauville |
Year Released | 2004 | 1981 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3392 cc | 5762 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 186 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 450 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88.9 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1678 kg | 1940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2610 mm |