2008 Chevrolet Cobalt vs. 1994 Toyota Venture
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt 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 2,201 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1994 Toyota Venture. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt weights approximately 860 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 Chevrolet Cobalt (206 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota Venture. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota Venture.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt | 1994 Toyota Venture | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Cobalt | Venture |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2201 cc | 1812 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2510 mm |
