1993 Toyota Previa vs. 2004 TVR Tamora
To start off, 2004 TVR Tamora is newer by 11 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 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 TVR Tamora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 TVR Tamora (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Previa. (132 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 TVR Tamora should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota Previa weights approximately 585 kg more than 2004 TVR Tamora.
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, 2004 TVR Tamora (380 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Previa. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 TVR Tamora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Previa.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Toyota Previa | 2004 TVR Tamora | |
Make | Toyota | TVR |
Model | Previa | Tamora |
Year Released | 1993 | 2004 |
Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2438 cc | 3605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 132 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 65 L |