2004 Ford Focus vs. 1991 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2004 Ford Focus is newer by 13 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 2,436 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Focus (135 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1991 Toyota Previa. (132 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1991 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Toyota Previa weights approximately 259 kg more than 2004 Ford Focus.
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, 1991 Toyota Previa (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (178 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1991 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Focus | 1991 Toyota Previa | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Focus | Previa |
Year Released | 2004 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 2436 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 132 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 75 L |