1994 Toyota Previa vs. 2008 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Actyon is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Toyota Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Toyota Previa would be higher. At 2,438 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SsangYong Actyon (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1994 Toyota Previa. (132 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Actyon should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 161 kg more than 1994 Toyota Previa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 SsangYong Actyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Toyota Previa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Actyon 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, 2008 SsangYong Actyon (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota Previa. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Actyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota Previa. 2008 SsangYong Actyon has automatic transmission and 1994 Toyota Previa has manual transmission. 1994 Toyota Previa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 SsangYong Actyon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Toyota Previa | 2008 SsangYong Actyon | |
| Make | Toyota | SsangYong |
| Model | Previa | Actyon |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2438 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 18.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1776 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 75 L |
