1997 Toyota Venture vs. 1954 Vauxhall Cresta
To start off, 1997 Toyota Venture is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Vauxhall Cresta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Vauxhall Cresta would be higher. At 2,262 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Vauxhall Cresta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Venture (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1954 Vauxhall Cresta. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Venture should accelerate faster than 1954 Vauxhall Cresta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Venture weights approximately 220 kg more than 1954 Vauxhall Cresta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 Vauxhall Cresta is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1954 Vauxhall Cresta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Venture, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1954 Vauxhall Cresta (155 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Venture. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1954 Vauxhall Cresta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Venture.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Toyota Venture | 1954 Vauxhall Cresta | |
Make | Toyota | Vauxhall |
Model | Venture | Cresta |
Year Released | 1997 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1810 cc | 2262 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2630 mm |