2003 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1991 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 12 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 8,128 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Silverado (340 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1991 Toyota Previa. (132 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1991 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 985 kg more than 1991 Toyota Previa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Toyota Previa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2003 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Toyota Previa. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Toyota Previa. 2003 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 1991 Toyota Previa has manual transmission. 1991 Toyota Previa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet Silverado | 1991 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Silverado | Previa |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 8128 cc | 2436 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2600 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2530 mm |
