1994 Toyota Venture vs. 2011 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2011 Opel Meriva 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, 2011 Opel Meriva (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1994 Toyota Venture. (101 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Opel Meriva 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, 2011 Opel Meriva (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota Venture. (183 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota Venture.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Toyota Venture | 2011 Opel Meriva | |
Make | Toyota | Opel |
Model | Venture | Meriva |
Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2237 cc | 1686 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |