1997 Toyota Previa vs. 1999 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1999 Toyota Celica is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Previa would be higher. At 2,438 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Celica (145 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Previa. (132 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Previa weights approximately 530 kg more than 1999 Toyota Celica.
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, 1997 Toyota Previa (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Celica. (172 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Toyota Previa | 1999 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Previa | Celica |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2438 cc | 1792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 55 L |
