2004 Chevrolet Venture vs. 1993 Porsche 965
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Venture is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Porsche 965. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Porsche 965 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Porsche 965 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche 965 (355 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Venture. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 965 should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 270 kg more than 1993 Porsche 965.
Because 1993 Porsche 965 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 1993 Porsche 965. 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, 1993 Porsche 965 (530 Nm) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Venture. (285 Nm). This means 1993 Porsche 965 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Venture.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Venture | 1993 Porsche 965 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Venture | 965 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3392 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2270 mm |
