2004 Chevrolet Venture vs. 1995 Honda Argento Viva
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Venture is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Honda Argento Viva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Honda Argento Viva would be higher. At 3,343 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda Argento Viva (188 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Venture. (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda Argento Viva should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 506 kg more than 1995 Honda Argento Viva.
Because 1995 Honda Argento Viva 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 1995 Honda Argento Viva. 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, 2004 Chevrolet Venture (285 Nm) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Argento Viva. (237 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Argento Viva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Venture | 1995 Honda Argento Viva | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Venture | Argento Viva |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3343 cc | 2451 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 60 L |
