1997 Toyota Venture vs. 1996 Volvo V40
To start off, 1997 Toyota Venture is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Volvo V40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Volvo V40 would be higher. At 1,810 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Volvo V40 (104 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Venture. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Volvo V40 should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Venture weights approximately 100 kg more than 1996 Volvo V40.
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, 1996 Volvo V40 (143 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Venture. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1996 Volvo V40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Venture.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Toyota Venture | 1996 Volvo V40 | |
Make | Toyota | Volvo |
Model | Venture | V40 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1810 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2570 mm |