1997 Toyota Previa vs. 2010 Ascari KZ1
To start off, 2010 Ascari KZ1 is newer by 13 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 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ascari KZ1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ascari KZ1 (500 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 368 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Previa. (132 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ascari KZ1 should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Previa weights approximately 270 kg more than 2010 Ascari KZ1.
Because 2010 Ascari KZ1 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Ascari KZ1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Previa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Ascari KZ1 (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Previa. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Ascari KZ1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Previa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Toyota Previa | 2010 Ascari KZ1 | |
| Make | Toyota | Ascari |
| Model | Previa | KZ1 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2438 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1138 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2636 mm |
