1993 Toyota Previa vs. 1998 Dodge Ram
To start off, 1998 Dodge Ram is newer by 5 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 5,899 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Ram (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Previa. (132 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Ram weights approximately 515 kg more than 1993 Toyota Previa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Toyota Previa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Ram will offer significantly more control. 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 Dodge Ram (453 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Previa. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Previa. 1998 Dodge Ram has automatic transmission and 1993 Toyota Previa has manual transmission. 1993 Toyota Previa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Dodge Ram will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Toyota Previa | 1998 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Toyota | Dodge |
| Model | Previa | Ram |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2438 cc | 5899 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 453 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 2130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2790 mm |
