1997 Lotec Testa de Oro vs. 2013 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2013 Toyota Venza is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro would be higher. At 4,942 cc, 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro (741 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 562 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Venza. (179 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Venza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Venza weights approximately 140 kg more than 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro.
Because 2013 Toyota Venza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Venza 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, 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro (900 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 653 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Venza. (247 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Venza. 2013 Toyota Venza has automatic transmission and 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro has manual transmission. 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Toyota Venza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro | 2013 Toyota Venza | |
| Make | Lotec | Toyota |
| Model | Testa de Oro | Venza |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2700 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 741 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 900 Nm | 247 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 105 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1790 kg |
