1992 Toyota Previa vs. 1987 TVR 420
To start off, 1992 Toyota Previa is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 TVR 420. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 TVR 420 would be higher. At 4,225 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 TVR 420 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 TVR 420 (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Previa. (132 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 TVR 420 should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Toyota Previa weights approximately 445 kg more than 1987 TVR 420.
Because 1987 TVR 420 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 1987 TVR 420. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1987 TVR 420 (393 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Previa. (207 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 TVR 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Previa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Toyota Previa | 1987 TVR 420 | |
| Make | Toyota | TVR |
| Model | Previa | 420 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2438 cc | 4225 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 207 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 93.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 77.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 59 L |
