2004 Honda Civic vs. 1997 Toyota Venture
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Venture. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Venture would be higher. At 1,810 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Venture (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Venture should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Venture weights approximately 70 kg more than 2004 Honda Civic. 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, 2004 Honda Civic (152 Nm @ 1000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Venture. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Venture.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Civic | 1997 Toyota Venture | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Civic | Venture |
Year Released | 2004 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1810 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2510 mm |