1994 Toyota Venture vs. 2000 Volvo S40
To start off, 2000 Volvo S40 is newer by 6 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 1,946 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Volvo S40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volvo S40 (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1994 Toyota Venture. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volvo S40 weights approximately 35 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, 2000 Volvo S40 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota Venture. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota Venture.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Toyota Venture | 2000 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Venture | S40 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1812 cc | 1946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2650 mm |
