1992 Toyota Previa vs. 2013 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2013 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Toyota Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Toyota Previa would be higher. At 2,438 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Transit Connect (134 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Previa. (132 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Transit Connect should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Toyota Previa weights approximately 81 kg more than 2013 Ford Transit Connect.
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 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Transit Connect. (174 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1992 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Transit Connect. 2013 Ford Transit Connect has automatic transmission and 1992 Toyota Previa has manual transmission. 1992 Toyota Previa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Ford Transit Connect will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Toyota Previa | 2013 Ford Transit Connect | |
| Make | Toyota | Ford |
| Model | Previa | Transit Connect |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2438 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 207 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1534 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4587 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2113 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 2014 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2911 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 58 L |
