1998 Toyota Previa vs. 2013 Scion tC
To start off, 2013 Scion tC is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Previa would be higher. At 2,494 cc (16 cylinders), 2013 Scion tC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Scion tC (178 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Previa. (132 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Scion tC should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Previa weights approximately 238 kg more than 2013 Scion tC.
Because 2013 Scion tC 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 2013 Scion tC. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 2013 Scion tC (235 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Previa. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Scion tC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Previa.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Toyota Previa | 2013 Scion tC | |
Make | Toyota | Scion |
Model | Previa | tC |
Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 2437 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 132 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 98 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1377 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1795 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1415 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2700 mm |