1999 Toyota Previa vs. 1994 Toyota Venture
To start off, 1999 Toyota Previa is newer by 5 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 2,438 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Previa (133 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1994 Toyota Venture. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Previa weights approximately 275 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, 1999 Toyota Previa (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota Venture. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota Venture.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Toyota Previa | 1994 Toyota Venture | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Previa | Venture |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1994 |
| Engine Size | 2438 cc | 1812 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2510 mm |
