1979 Talbot Sunbeam-Lotus vs. 1994 Toyota Venture
To start off, 1994 Toyota Venture is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Talbot Sunbeam-Lotus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Talbot Sunbeam-Lotus would be higher. At 2,170 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Talbot Sunbeam-Lotus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Talbot Sunbeam-Lotus (150 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1994 Toyota Venture. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Talbot Sunbeam-Lotus should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Toyota Venture weights approximately 380 kg more than 1979 Talbot Sunbeam-Lotus.
Because 1979 Talbot Sunbeam-Lotus 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 1979 Talbot Sunbeam-Lotus. 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, 1979 Talbot Sunbeam-Lotus (203 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota Venture. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1979 Talbot Sunbeam-Lotus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota Venture.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Talbot Sunbeam-Lotus | 1994 Toyota Venture | |
| Make | Talbot | Toyota |
| Model | Sunbeam-Lotus | Venture |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2170 cc | 1812 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.2 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2510 mm |
