2002 Toyota Previa vs. 1987 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2002 Toyota Previa is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Previa (160 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Corolla. (140 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Corolla.
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, 2002 Toyota Previa (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Corolla. (206 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Toyota Previa | 1987 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Previa | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2440 mm |
