1994 Toyota Venture vs. 1992 Toyota MR2
To start off, 1994 Toyota Venture is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Toyota MR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Toyota MR2 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Toyota MR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Toyota MR2 (154 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1994 Toyota Venture. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Toyota Venture weights approximately 105 kg more than 1992 Toyota MR2.
Because 1992 Toyota MR2 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 1992 Toyota MR2. 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, 1992 Toyota MR2 (191 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota Venture. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1992 Toyota MR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota Venture.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Toyota Venture | 1992 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Venture | MR2 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1812 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2410 mm |
