1994 Toyota Venture vs. 1988 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1994 Toyota Venture is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 2,237 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Toyota Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Volkswagen Golf (157 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1994 Toyota Venture. (101 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Toyota Venture weights approximately 145 kg more than 1988 Volkswagen Golf.
Because 1988 Volkswagen Golf 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, 1988 Volkswagen Golf 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, 1988 Volkswagen Golf (225 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota Venture. (183 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1988 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota Venture.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Toyota Venture | 1988 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Venture | Golf |
Year Released | 1994 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2237 cc | 1763 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1195 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2490 mm |