1997 Honda Accord vs. 2004 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2004 Toyota Previa is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Previa (157 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1997 Honda Accord. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Previa weights approximately 160 kg more than 1997 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, 2004 Toyota Previa (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Accord. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Honda Accord | 2004 Toyota Previa | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Accord | Previa |
Year Released | 1997 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 88.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1770 mm |