2004 Chevrolet Venture vs. 1991 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Venture is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Venture (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1991 Chevrolet Blazer. (158 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 1991 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 216 kg more than 1991 Chevrolet Blazer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Chevrolet Blazer 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, 1991 Chevrolet Blazer 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, 1991 Chevrolet Blazer (312 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Venture. (285 Nm). This means 1991 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Venture.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Venture | 1991 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Venture | Blazer |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3392 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2720 mm |
