2001 Toyota Previa vs. 1986 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2001 Toyota Previa is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Previa (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Corolla. (74 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Previa weights approximately 730 kg more than 1986 Toyota Corolla. 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 Toyota Previa (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Corolla. (103 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Toyota Previa | 1986 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Previa | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.2 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2440 mm |
