2000 Subaru Impreza vs. 1993 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2000 Subaru Impreza is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Previa would be higher. At 2,438 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Subaru Impreza (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Previa. (132 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota Previa weights approximately 230 kg more than 2000 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2000 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Toyota Previa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Impreza will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Subaru Impreza (292 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Previa. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Previa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Subaru Impreza | 1993 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | Impreza | Previa |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 75 L |
