2006 Skoda Fabia vs. 1994 Toyota Venture
To start off, 2006 Skoda Fabia 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Toyota Venture (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2006 Skoda Fabia. (63 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Toyota Venture should accelerate faster than 2006 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Toyota Venture weights approximately 134 kg more than 2006 Skoda Fabia. 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, 1994 Toyota Venture (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Skoda Fabia. (125 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1994 Toyota Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Skoda Fabia | 1994 Toyota Venture | |
| Make | Skoda | Toyota |
| Model | Fabia | Venture |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1812 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1206 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2510 mm |
