2008 Toyota Sienna vs. 1992 Toyota Supra

To start off, 2008 Toyota Sienna is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Toyota Supra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Toyota Supra would be higher. At 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Supra. (104 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Supra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Toyota Supra weights approximately 240 kg more than 2008 Toyota Sienna.

Because 1992 Toyota Supra 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 1992 Toyota Supra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Sienna, 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 Supra (334 Nm) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Sienna. (332 Nm). This means 1992 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Sienna. 2008 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 1992 Toyota Supra has manual transmission. 1992 Toyota Supra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Toyota Sienna 1992 Toyota Supra
Make Toyota Toyota
Model Sienna Supra
Year Released 2008 1992
Body Type Minivan Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3456 cc 2952 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 266 HP 104 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 3600 RPM
Torque 332 Nm 334 Nm
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 8 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1330 kg 1570 kg
Vehicle Length 5110 mm 4530 mm
Vehicle Width 1970 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1760 mm 1280 mm
Wheelbase Size 3040 mm 2560 mm


 

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