1993 Toyota Previa vs. 2011 Lexus IS
To start off, 2011 Lexus IS is newer by 18 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 2,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lexus IS (204 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Previa. (132 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lexus IS weights approximately 127 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.
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, 2011 Lexus IS (251 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Previa. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Previa. 2011 Lexus IS 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. 2011 Lexus IS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Toyota Previa | 2011 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Toyota | Lexus |
| Model | Previa | IS |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2438 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1742 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4633 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2731 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 65 L |
