1989 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Porsche 911 (247 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Previa. (157 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Previa weights approximately 190 kg more than 1989 Porsche 911.
Because 1989 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911. 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 Porsche 911 (317 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Previa. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Previa.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Porsche 911 | 2004 Toyota Previa | |
Make | Porsche | Toyota |
Model | 911 | Previa |
Year Released | 1989 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 317 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 88.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.4 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2900 mm |