2004 Chevrolet Venture vs. 1987 Renault 25
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Venture is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Renault 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Renault 25 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 79 more horse power than 1987 Renault 25. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 1987 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 523 kg more than 1987 Renault 25. 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 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Renault 25. (160 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Venture | 1987 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Venture | 25 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3392 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1678 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 34 L |
