1986 Ferrari 208 vs. 1991 Toyota Previa
To start off, 1991 Toyota Previa is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ferrari 208 would be higher. At 2,436 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari 208 (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1991 Toyota Previa. (132 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1991 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Toyota Previa weights approximately 483 kg more than 1986 Ferrari 208.
Because 1986 Ferrari 208 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 1986 Ferrari 208. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1986 Ferrari 208 (329 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Toyota Previa. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Toyota Previa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ferrari 208 | 1991 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
| Model | 208 | Previa |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2436 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 329 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1132 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 75 L |
