1994 Toyota Venture vs. 2011 Lancia Ypsilon
To start off, 2011 Lancia Ypsilon 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 2,237 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Toyota Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Toyota Venture (101 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2011 Lancia Ypsilon. (94 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Toyota Venture should accelerate faster than 2011 Lancia Ypsilon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Toyota Venture weights approximately 285 kg more than 2011 Lancia Ypsilon. 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 (183 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lancia Ypsilon. (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1994 Toyota Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lancia Ypsilon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Toyota Venture | 2011 Lancia Ypsilon | |
| Make | Toyota | Lancia |
| Model | Venture | Ypsilon |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2237 cc | 1367 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2390 mm |
