2008 Alfa Romeo 159 vs. 1994 Toyota Venture
To start off, 2008 Alfa Romeo 159 is newer by 14 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 2,237 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Toyota Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alfa Romeo 159 (182 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1994 Toyota Venture. (101 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alfa Romeo 159 should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1994 Toyota Venture. 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, 2008 Alfa Romeo 159 (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota Venture. (183 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Alfa Romeo 159 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota Venture.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Alfa Romeo 159 | 1994 Toyota Venture | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | 159 | Venture |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2237 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2510 mm |
