1994 Toyota Venture vs. 2008 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2008 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 14 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 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Tacoma (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1994 Toyota Venture. (101 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota Venture.
Because 2008 Toyota Tacoma is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Toyota Tacoma. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Toyota Venture, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota Venture. (183 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota Venture.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Toyota Venture | 2008 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Venture | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2237 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 236 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3240 mm |
