1993 Nissan Sunny vs. 1998 Toyota Previa
To start off, 1998 Toyota Previa is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 2,437 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Previa (132 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1993 Nissan Sunny. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 1993 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Previa weights approximately 559 kg more than 1993 Nissan Sunny. 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, 1998 Toyota Previa (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Nissan Sunny. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Nissan Sunny | 1998 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Sunny | Previa |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2437 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1830 mm |
