1994 Toyota Venture vs. 1998 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 1998 Mitsubishi Magna is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Toyota Venture. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Toyota Venture would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mitsubishi Magna (197 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1994 Toyota Venture. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 90 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1998 Mitsubishi Magna (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota Venture. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota Venture. 1998 Mitsubishi Magna 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. 1998 Mitsubishi Magna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Toyota Venture | 1998 Mitsubishi Magna | |
Make | Toyota | Mitsubishi |
Model | Venture | Magna |
Year Released | 1994 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1812 cc | 3497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2730 mm |