2004 Chevrolet Venture vs. 1987 Ford Festiva
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Venture is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Festiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Festiva 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 (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1987 Ford Festiva. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 936 kg more than 1987 Ford Festiva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Festiva. (99 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Venture | 1987 Ford Festiva | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Venture | Festiva |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3392 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2300 mm |
