1994 Toyota Venture vs. 2004 Volvo V50
To start off, 2004 Volvo V50 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 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volvo V50 (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1994 Toyota Venture. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volvo V50 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.
Because 2004 Volvo V50 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 Volvo V50 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 Volvo V50 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota Venture. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota Venture.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Toyota Venture | 2004 Volvo V50 | |
Make | Toyota | Volvo |
Model | Venture | V50 |
Year Released | 1994 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1812 cc | 2435 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2670 mm |