2004 Ford Mustang vs. 1994 Toyota Venture
To start off, 2004 Ford Mustang is newer by 10 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 3,801 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mustang (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1994 Toyota Venture. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Mustang weights approximately 152 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.
Because 2004 Ford Mustang 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 2004 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Toyota 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 Ford Mustang (298 Nm) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota Venture. (135 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota Venture.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Mustang | 1994 Toyota Venture | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Mustang | Venture |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3801 cc | 1812 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1492 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2510 mm |
