1992 Toyota Previa vs. 1984 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1992 Toyota Previa is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 2,438 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Toyota Previa (132 HP) has 65 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Carina. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Toyota Previa weights approximately 535 kg more than 1984 Toyota Carina. 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, 1992 Toyota Previa (207 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Carina. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Toyota Previa | 1984 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Previa | Carina |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2438 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 207 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2520 mm |
