2008 Subaru Forester vs. 1992 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2008 Subaru Forester is newer by 16 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 9 more horse power than 2008 Subaru Forester. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 2008 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Toyota Previa weights approximately 180 kg more than 2008 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Toyota Previa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Forester will offer significantly more control. 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 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Forester. (184 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1992 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Subaru Forester | 1992 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | Forester | Previa |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1992 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 75 L |
