1994 Toyota Venture vs. 2004 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2004 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 10 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 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota RAV4 (110 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1994 Toyota Venture. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 105 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.
Because 2004 Toyota RAV4 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, 2004 Toyota RAV4 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, 2004 Toyota RAV4 (279 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota Venture. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota Venture.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Toyota Venture | 2004 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Toyota | Toyota |
Model | Venture | RAV4 |
Year Released | 1994 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1812 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 279 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2610 mm |