1991 Porsche 964 vs. 1997 Toyota Previa
To start off, 1997 Toyota Previa is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Porsche 964. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Porsche 964 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Porsche 964 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Porsche 964 (261 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Previa. (132 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Porsche 964 should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Previa weights approximately 415 kg more than 1991 Porsche 964.
Because 1991 Porsche 964 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Toyota Previa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Porsche 964 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1991 Porsche 964 (318 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Previa. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Porsche 964 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Previa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Porsche 964 | 1997 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | 964 | Previa |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 75 L |
