1994 Toyota Venture vs. 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 19 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 1,998 cc (16 cylinders), 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer (234 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1994 Toyota Venture. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 230 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.
Because 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Toyota Venture. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer (343 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota Venture. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota Venture.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Toyota Venture | 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Toyota | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Venture | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1812 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 234 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9:01:00 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2635 mm |
