1997 Nissan Sunny vs. 1999 Toyota Previa
To start off, 1999 Toyota Previa is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 2,438 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Previa (133 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1997 Nissan Sunny. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 1997 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Previa weights approximately 615 kg more than 1997 Nissan Sunny. 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, 1999 Toyota Previa (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Nissan Sunny. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Nissan Sunny | 1999 Toyota Previa | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Sunny | Previa |
Year Released | 1997 | 1999 |
Engine Size | 1497 cc | 2438 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2530 mm |