2006 Nissan 1400 vs. 1992 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2006 Nissan 1400 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Toyota Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Toyota Previa would be higher. At 2,438 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Toyota Previa (132 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2006 Nissan 1400. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Toyota Previa weights approximately 40 kg more than 2006 Nissan 1400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Nissan 1400 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Nissan 1400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Previa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1992 Toyota Previa (207 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan 1400. (97 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan 1400 | 1992 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | 1400 | Previa |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 2438 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 75 L |
