2009 Ford Fiesta vs. 1994 Toyota Venture
To start off, 2009 Ford Fiesta is newer by 15 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 1,812 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Toyota Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Fiesta (89 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1994 Toyota Venture. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Toyota Venture weights approximately 374 kg more than 2009 Ford Fiesta.
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, 2009 Ford Fiesta (185 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota Venture. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota Venture.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Fiesta | 1994 Toyota Venture | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Fiesta | Venture |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1812 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2510 mm |
