1991 Porsche 965 vs. 1996 Toyota Previa
To start off, 1996 Toyota Previa is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Porsche 965. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Porsche 965 would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Porsche 965 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Porsche 965 (317 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Previa. (132 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Porsche 965 should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Previa weights approximately 150 kg more than 1991 Porsche 965.
Because 1991 Porsche 965 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 1991 Porsche 965. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1991 Porsche 965 (459 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Previa. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Porsche 965 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Previa.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Porsche 965 | 1996 Toyota Previa | |
Make | Porsche | Toyota |
Model | 965 | Previa |
Year Released | 1991 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
Engine Size | 3299 cc | 2438 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 132 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 459 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2530 mm |