1992 Honda Civic vs. 2004 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2004 Toyota Previa is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda Civic (160 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Previa. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Previa weights approximately 520 kg more than 1992 Honda Civic.
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, 2004 Toyota Previa (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Civic. (150 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Honda Civic | 2004 Toyota Previa | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Civic | Previa |
Year Released | 1992 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2362 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.6:1 |
Top Speed | 207 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 75 L |