1992 GMC Typhoon vs. 1994 Toyota Venture
To start off, 1994 Toyota Venture is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 GMC Typhoon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 GMC Typhoon would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 GMC Typhoon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 GMC Typhoon (282 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1994 Toyota Venture. (101 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 GMC Typhoon should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 GMC Typhoon weights approximately 395 kg more than 1994 Toyota Venture. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 GMC Typhoon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Toyota Venture. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 GMC Typhoon will offer significantly more control. 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, 1992 GMC Typhoon (474 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota Venture. (183 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1992 GMC Typhoon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota Venture. 1992 GMC Typhoon has automatic transmission and 1994 Toyota Venture has manual transmission. 1994 Toyota Venture will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 GMC Typhoon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 GMC Typhoon | 1994 Toyota Venture | |
| Make | GMC | Toyota |
| Model | Typhoon | Venture |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 2237 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 474 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2510 mm |
