1997 Nissan Skyline vs. 1994 Toyota Venture
To start off, 1997 Nissan Skyline is newer by 3 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 2,569 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Nissan Skyline (271 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1994 Toyota Venture. (101 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 160 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, 1997 Nissan Skyline (367 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota Venture. (183 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1997 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota Venture.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Nissan Skyline | 1994 Toyota Venture | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Skyline | Venture |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2569 cc | 2237 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 367 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2510 mm |
