2008 SsangYong Rexton vs. 1994 Toyota Venture
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Rexton 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SsangYong Rexton (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1994 Toyota Venture. (101 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 511 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 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Toyota Venture. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Rexton will offer significantly more control. 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 SsangYong Rexton (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota Venture. (183 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota Venture.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 SsangYong Rexton | 1994 Toyota Venture | |
| Make | SsangYong | Toyota |
| Model | Rexton | Venture |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2874 cc | 2237 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1851 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2510 mm |
