1995 Nissan Almera vs. 2008 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2008 Toyota Previa is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Nissan Almera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Nissan Almera would be higher. At 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Previa (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1995 Nissan Almera. (74 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 1995 Nissan Almera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Previa weights approximately 500 kg more than 1995 Nissan Almera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2008 Toyota Previa (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Nissan Almera. (132 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Nissan Almera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Nissan Almera | 2008 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Almera | Previa |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1974 cc | 2362 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2910 mm |
