2005 Chevrolet Venture vs. 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Venture is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 127 more horse power than 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 815 kg more than 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Venture (284 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Venture | 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Venture | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3354 cc | 1238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2350 mm |
