2004 Chevrolet Venture vs. 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Venture is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 100 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 350 kg more than 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Chevrolet Venture. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer significantly more control. 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 (286 Nm) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser. (184 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Venture | 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Venture | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2004 | 1987 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3392 cc | 2446 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 286 Nm | 184 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2320 mm |