2007 Smart ForTwo vs. 1991 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2007 Smart ForTwo is newer by 16 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 72 more horse power than 2007 Smart ForTwo. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 2007 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Toyota Previa weights approximately 885 kg more than 2007 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Smart ForTwo 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 2007 Smart ForTwo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1991 Toyota Previa (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Smart ForTwo. (96 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1991 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Smart ForTwo. 2007 Smart ForTwo has automatic transmission and 1991 Toyota Previa has manual transmission. 1991 Toyota Previa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Smart ForTwo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Smart ForTwo | 1991 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Smart | Toyota |
| Model | ForTwo | Previa |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 698 cc | 2436 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.5 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.7 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 33 L | 75 L |
