1993 Toyota Previa vs. 1997 Toyota Hi-Ace

To start off, 1997 Toyota Hi-Ace is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Previa would be higher. At 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Hi-Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota Previa (132 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Hi-Ace. (89 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Hi-Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Hi-Ace weights approximately 100 kg more than 1993 Toyota Previa.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1997 Toyota Hi-Ace (226 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Previa. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Hi-Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Previa.

Compare all specifications:

1993 Toyota Previa 1997 Toyota Hi-Ace
Make Toyota Toyota
Model Previa Hi-Ace
Year Released 1993 1997
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 2438 cc 2446 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 132 HP 89 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 3500 RPM
Torque 206 Nm 226 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 95 mm 92.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86 mm 92 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 8 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1615 kg 1715 kg
Vehicle Length 4760 mm 4720 mm
Vehicle Width 1810 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 1830 mm 1960 mm


 

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