2004 Ford Transit Connect vs. 1991 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2004 Ford Transit Connect 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, 1991 Toyota Previa (132 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2004 Ford Transit Connect. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Transit Connect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Toyota Previa weights approximately 295 kg more than 2004 Ford Transit Connect. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Ford Transit Connect (220 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Toyota Previa. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Transit Connect will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Toyota Previa.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Transit Connect | 1991 Toyota Previa | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Transit Connect | Previa |
Year Released | 2004 | 1991 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1752 cc | 2436 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 132 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2530 mm |