1993 Holden Commodore vs. 1997 Toyota Previa
To start off, 1997 Toyota Previa is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Holden Commodore (171 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Previa. (132 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Previa weights approximately 222 kg more than 1993 Holden Commodore.
Because 1993 Holden Commodore 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 1993 Holden Commodore. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1993 Holden Commodore (288 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Previa. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Previa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Holden Commodore | 1997 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | Commodore | Previa |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1398 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2530 mm |
