2006 Chevrolet Spark vs. 1994 Toyota Venture
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Spark is newer by 12 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 1,812 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Toyota Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Toyota Venture (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Spark. (65 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Toyota Venture should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Spark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Toyota Venture weights approximately 262 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Spark. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Spark 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 2006 Chevrolet Spark. 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, 1994 Toyota Venture (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Spark. (87 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1994 Toyota Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Spark.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Spark | 1994 Toyota Venture | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Spark | Venture |
Year Released | 2006 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 995 cc | 1812 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 65 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2510 mm |