1991 Toyota Previa vs. 2005 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Toyota Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Toyota Previa would be higher. At 2,436 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Golf (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1991 Toyota Previa. (132 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1991 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Toyota Previa weights approximately 284 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Golf.
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 Volkswagen Golf (351 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Toyota Previa. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Toyota Previa.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Toyota Previa | 2005 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Previa | Golf |
Year Released | 1991 | 2005 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2436 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 132 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 351 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1331 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 55 L |