2004 Toyota Previa vs. 1990 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2004 Toyota Previa is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Volkswagen Jetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Volkswagen Jetta would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Previa (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1990 Volkswagen Jetta. (54 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 1990 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Previa weights approximately 900 kg more than 1990 Volkswagen Jetta. 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 Toyota Previa (251 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Volkswagen Jetta. (96 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Toyota Previa | 1990 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Previa | Jetta |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.2 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2480 mm |
