1990 Toyota Sera vs. 2005 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2005 Toyota Previa is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota Sera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota Sera would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Previa (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1990 Toyota Sera. (108 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota Sera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Previa weights approximately 869 kg more than 1990 Toyota Sera. 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, 2005 Toyota Previa (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Sera. (132 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Sera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Toyota Sera | 2005 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Sera | Previa |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 82.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 18.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 906 kg | 1775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 75 L |
