1989 Fiat Croma 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 Fiat Croma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Fiat Croma would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Previa (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1989 Fiat Croma. (116 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 1989 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Previa weights approximately 230 kg more than 1989 Fiat Croma. 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, 1989 Fiat Croma (245 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Previa. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Previa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Fiat Croma | 2004 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Croma | Previa |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2362 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 20.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 75 L |
