1990 Chrysler TC vs. 1998 Toyota Previa
To start off, 1998 Toyota Previa is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Chrysler TC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Chrysler TC would be higher. At 2,437 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Chrysler TC (174 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Previa. (132 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chrysler TC should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Previa weights approximately 141 kg more than 1990 Chrysler TC.
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, 1990 Chrysler TC (271 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Previa. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Chrysler TC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Previa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Chrysler TC | 1998 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | TC | Previa |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 2437 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.6 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.1:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1474 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2530 mm |
