1998 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 1994 Toyota Venture
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Malibu 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 2,392 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Malibu (149 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1994 Toyota Venture. (101 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Malibu weights approximately 46 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 Chevrolet Malibu (210 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota Venture. (183 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota Venture. 1998 Chevrolet Malibu 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 Chevrolet Malibu will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Malibu | 1994 Toyota Venture | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Malibu | Venture |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2392 cc | 2237 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2510 mm |
