1998 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 1994 Toyota Venture
To start off, 1998 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 4 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 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alfa Romeo 156 (187 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1994 Toyota Venture. (101 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Alfa Romeo 156 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.
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, 1998 Alfa Romeo 156 (222 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota Venture. (183 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota Venture. 1998 Alfa Romeo 156 has automatic transmission and 1994 Toyota Venture has manual transmission. 1994 Toyota Venture will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Alfa Romeo 156 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Alfa Romeo 156 | 1994 Toyota Venture | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | 156 | Venture |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2237 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2510 mm |
