2008 Toyota Tacoma vs. 1991 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2008 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 17 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 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Tacoma (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1991 Toyota Previa. (132 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1991 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Toyota Previa weights approximately 231 kg more than 2008 Toyota Tacoma.
Because 2008 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Toyota Previa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2008 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Toyota Previa. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Toyota Previa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Toyota Tacoma | 1991 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Tacoma | Previa |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2694 cc | 2436 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 159 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1384 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3250 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 75 L |
