1996 Honda Accord vs. 1997 Toyota Previa
To start off, 1997 Toyota Previa is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,438 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Previa (132 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1996 Honda Accord. (104 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Previa weights approximately 275 kg more than 1996 Honda Accord. 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, 1996 Honda Accord (210 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Previa. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Previa.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Accord | 1997 Toyota Previa | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Accord | Previa |
Year Released | 1996 | 1997 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2438 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 132 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2530 mm |