1996 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 1994 Toyota Venture
To start off, 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 2 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer (276 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1994 Toyota Venture. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 10 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer (353 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota Venture. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota Venture.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer | 1994 Toyota Venture | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Lancer | Venture |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1812 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1870 mm |
