2005 Chevrolet Venture vs. 1966 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Venture is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 3,354 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Venture (180 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1966 Toyota Corolla. (58 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 1966 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 975 kg more than 1966 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 Toyota Corolla 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 1966 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Chevrolet Venture (284 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Toyota Corolla. (77 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Venture | 1966 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Venture | Corolla |
Year Released | 2005 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3354 cc | 1076 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 58 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 284 Nm | 77 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 61 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |