2001 Audi A2 vs. 1991 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2001 Audi A2 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Toyota Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Toyota Previa would be higher. At 2,436 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Toyota Previa (132 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2001 Audi A2. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Toyota Previa weights approximately 585 kg more than 2001 Audi A2. 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, 2001 Audi A2 (230 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Toyota Previa. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Toyota Previa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A2 | 1991 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A2 | Previa |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1422 cc | 2436 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 75 L |
