2008 Honda Civic vs. 1993 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Previa would be higher. At 2,438 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota Previa (132 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2008 Honda Civic. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota Previa weights approximately 433 kg more than 2008 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Toyota Previa 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 1993 Toyota Previa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda Civic, 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, 2008 Honda Civic (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Previa. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Previa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Civic | 1993 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Civic | Previa |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 2438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1182 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 75 L |
