2005 Chevrolet Venture vs. 1994 Hyundai Pony
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Venture is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Hyundai Pony. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Hyundai Pony would be higher. At 3,354 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Venture (180 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1994 Hyundai Pony. (83 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 1994 Hyundai Pony. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 745 kg more than 1994 Hyundai Pony. 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, 2005 Chevrolet Venture (284 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Hyundai Pony. (118 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Hyundai Pony. 2005 Chevrolet Venture has automatic transmission and 1994 Hyundai Pony has manual transmission. 1994 Hyundai Pony will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Chevrolet Venture will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Venture | 1994 Hyundai Pony | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Hyundai |
| Model | Venture | Pony |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3354 cc | 1341 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 71.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1400 mm |
