2001 Infiniti I vs. 1993 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2001 Infiniti I is newer by 8 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 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Infiniti I is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Infiniti I (224 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Previa. (132 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Infiniti I should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota Previa weights approximately 105 kg more than 2001 Infiniti I.
Because 1993 Toyota Previa 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 1993 Toyota Previa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Infiniti I, 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, 2001 Infiniti I (270 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Previa. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Infiniti I will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Previa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Infiniti I | 1993 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Infiniti | Toyota |
| Model | I | Previa |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2960 cc | 2438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2530 mm |
