1973 Porsche 914 vs. 2013 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2013 Toyota Venza is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Porsche 914. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Porsche 914 would be higher. At 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Venza (179 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1973 Porsche 914. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 1973 Porsche 914. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Venza weights approximately 739 kg more than 1973 Porsche 914. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Porsche 914 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 1973 Porsche 914. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Venza, 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, 2013 Toyota Venza (247 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Porsche 914. (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Venza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Porsche 914.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Porsche 914 | 2013 Toyota Venza | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | 914 | Venza |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 247 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 105 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2775 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 67 L |
