2008 Pontiac G8 vs. 1994 Toyota Venture
To start off, 2008 Pontiac G8 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 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Pontiac G8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Pontiac G8 (362 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 1994 Toyota Venture. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Pontiac G8 should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Pontiac G8 weights approximately 12 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.
Because 2008 Pontiac G8 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 2008 Pontiac G8. 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, 2008 Pontiac G8 (530 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 395 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota Venture. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Pontiac G8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota Venture.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Pontiac G8 | 1994 Toyota Venture | |
| Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
| Model | G8 | Venture |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 1812 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1352 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2510 mm |
