1989 Avanti Avanti vs. 2004 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2004 Toyota Previa is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Avanti Avanti (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Previa. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 26 kg more than 2004 Toyota Previa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Avanti Avanti 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 1989 Avanti Avanti. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1989 Avanti Avanti (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Previa. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Previa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Avanti Avanti | 2004 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Avanti | Toyota |
| Model | Avanti | Previa |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 2362 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1626 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 75 L |
