2008 Chevrolet Vivant vs. 1995 Toyota Venture
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Vivant is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Toyota Venture. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Toyota Venture would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Vivant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Vivant (119 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1995 Toyota Venture. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Vivant should accelerate faster than 1995 Toyota Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Toyota Venture weights approximately 34 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Vivant.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Chevrolet Vivant (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Toyota Venture. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Vivant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Toyota Venture.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Vivant | 1995 Toyota Venture | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Vivant | Venture |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1812 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1306 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2510 mm |
