1994 Toyota Venture vs. 2008 Volvo V70
To start off, 2008 Volvo V70 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 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo V70 (235 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1994 Toyota Venture. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota Venture.
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, 2008 Volvo V70 (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota Venture. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota Venture. 2008 Volvo V70 has automatic transmission and 1994 Toyota Venture has manual transmission. 1994 Toyota Venture will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Volvo V70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Toyota Venture | 2008 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Venture | V70 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1812 cc | 3201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2820 mm |
