1987 Chevrolet Celebrity vs. 1996 Toyota Previa
To start off, 1996 Toyota Previa is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity would be higher. At 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Previa (132 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity. (129 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Previa weights approximately 255 kg more than 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity (230 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Previa. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Previa. 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity has automatic transmission and 1996 Toyota Previa has manual transmission. 1996 Toyota Previa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity | 1996 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Celebrity | Previa |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 2438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2530 mm |
