1994 Toyota Venture vs. 2011 Ford Ka
To start off, 2011 Ford Ka is newer by 17 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 1,812 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Toyota Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Toyota Venture (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2011 Ford Ka. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Toyota Venture should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Toyota Venture weights approximately 374 kg more than 2011 Ford Ka. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1994 Toyota Venture (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Ka. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Toyota Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Toyota Venture | 2011 Ford Ka | |
Make | Toyota | Ford |
Model | Venture | Ka |
Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1812 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2450 mm |