1994 Toyota Venture vs. 2012 Volkswagen GTI
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen GTI is newer by 18 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen GTI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen GTI (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1994 Toyota Venture. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen GTI should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen GTI weights approximately 53 kg more than 1994 Toyota Venture. 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, 2012 Volkswagen GTI (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota Venture. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen GTI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota Venture.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Toyota Venture | 2012 Volkswagen GTI | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Venture | GTI |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1812 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1393 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4213 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1501 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2578 mm |
