2004 Chevrolet Venture vs. 1994 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Venture is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Toyota MR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Toyota MR2 would be higher. At 3,343 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Venture (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1994 Toyota MR2. (173 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 511 kg more than 1994 Toyota MR2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Toyota MR2 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 1994 Toyota MR2. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet 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, 2004 Chevrolet Venture (285 Nm) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota MR2. (186 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Venture | 1994 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Venture | MR2 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3343 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 70 L |
