2004 Chevrolet Venture vs. 1989 Ford RS 200
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Venture is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford RS 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford RS 200 would be higher. At 3,392 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford RS 200 (247 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Venture. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford RS 200 should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 564 kg more than 1989 Ford RS 200.
Because 1989 Ford RS 200 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 1989 Ford RS 200. 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, 1989 Ford RS 200 (292 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Venture. (285 Nm). This means 1989 Ford RS 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Venture.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Venture | 1989 Ford RS 200 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Venture | RS 200 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1989 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3392 cc | 1804 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 292 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 77.7 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 1182 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 116 L |