2008 Honda Civic vs. 1996 Toyota Venture
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 12 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, 2008 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Venture. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Venture weights approximately 195 kg more than 2008 Honda Civic.
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 Honda Civic (152 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Venture. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Venture.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Civic | 1996 Toyota Venture | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Civic | Venture |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1812 cc |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2510 mm |
