1974 Humber Sceptre vs. 1994 Toyota Venture
To start off, 1994 Toyota Venture is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Humber Sceptre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Humber Sceptre would be higher. At 1,812 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Toyota Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Toyota Venture (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1974 Humber Sceptre. (79 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Toyota Venture should accelerate faster than 1974 Humber Sceptre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Toyota Venture weights approximately 348 kg more than 1974 Humber Sceptre. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Humber Sceptre 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 1974 Humber Sceptre. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Toyota 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, 1994 Toyota Venture (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Humber Sceptre. (123 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1994 Toyota Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Humber Sceptre.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Humber Sceptre | 1994 Toyota Venture | |
Make | Humber | Toyota |
Model | Sceptre | Venture |
Year Released | 1974 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1725 cc | 1812 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 992 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2510 mm |