2003 Maserati Spyder vs. 1993 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2003 Maserati Spyder is newer by 10 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 4,254 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Maserati Spyder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Maserati Spyder (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Previa. (132 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Maserati Spyder should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Maserati Spyder weights approximately 65 kg more than 1993 Toyota Previa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2003 Maserati Spyder (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Previa. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Maserati Spyder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Previa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Maserati Spyder | 1993 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Maserati | Toyota |
| Model | Spyder | Previa |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4254 cc | 2438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 452 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 75 L |
