1981 Toyota Corona vs. 2002 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2002 Toyota Previa is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Previa (160 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Corona. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Previa weights approximately 540 kg more than 1981 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Toyota Corona 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 1981 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Previa, 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, 2002 Toyota Previa (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Corona. (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Toyota Corona | 2002 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Corona | Previa |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2900 mm |
