1994 Toyota Venture vs. 2003 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2003 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 9 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen Golf (113 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1994 Toyota Venture. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 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 235 kg more than 2003 Volkswagen Golf.
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, 2003 Volkswagen Golf (172 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota Venture. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 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 | 2003 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Venture | Golf |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1812 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4148 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1735 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2512 mm |
