1994 Toyota Previa vs. 2010 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2010 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 16 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, 2010 Mazda RX-8 (232 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1994 Toyota Previa. (132 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Toyota Previa weights approximately 225 kg more than 2010 Mazda RX-8.
Because 2010 Mazda RX-8 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Mazda RX-8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Toyota Previa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Mazda RX-8 (215 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota Previa. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota Previa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Toyota Previa | 2010 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Toyota | Mazda |
| Model | Previa | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2438 cc | 1300 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1341 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 64 L |
