2005 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 1996 Toyota Venture
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Venture. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Venture would be higher. At 1,812 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Venture (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Venture should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Venture weights approximately 140 kg more than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer. 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, 1996 Toyota Venture (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer. (120 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mitsubishi Lancer | 1996 Toyota Venture | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
Model | Lancer | Venture |
Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1812 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2510 mm |