2003 Renault Grand Scenic vs. 1994 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2003 Renault Grand Scenic is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Toyota Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Toyota Previa would be higher. At 2,438 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Renault Grand Scenic (134 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1994 Toyota Previa. (132 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Renault Grand Scenic should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Toyota Previa weights approximately 105 kg more than 2003 Renault Grand Scenic.
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, 1994 Toyota Previa (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Grand Scenic. (201 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1994 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Grand Scenic. 2003 Renault Grand Scenic has automatic transmission and 1994 Toyota Previa has manual transmission. 1994 Toyota Previa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Renault Grand Scenic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Renault Grand Scenic | 1994 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Grand Scenic | Previa |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 2438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 75 L |
