1994 Toyota Venture vs. 1973 Volvo 1800
To start off, 1994 Toyota Venture is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Volvo 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Volvo 1800 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Volvo 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Volvo 1800 (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1994 Toyota Venture. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Volvo 1800 should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Toyota Venture weights approximately 150 kg more than 1973 Volvo 1800.
Because 1973 Volvo 1800 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 Volvo 1800. 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, 1973 Volvo 1800 (154 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota Venture. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1973 Volvo 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota Venture.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Toyota Venture | 1973 Volvo 1800 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Venture | 1800 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1812 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2460 mm |
