1995 Toyota Starlet vs. 2004 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2004 Toyota Previa is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Toyota Starlet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Toyota Starlet would be higher. At 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Previa (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1995 Toyota Starlet. (127 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 1995 Toyota Starlet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Previa weights approximately 634 kg more than 1995 Toyota Starlet. 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, 2004 Toyota Previa (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Toyota Starlet. (162 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Toyota Starlet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Toyota Starlet | 2004 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Starlet | Previa |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1331 cc | 2362 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 96 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 75 L |
