2009 Lexus GS vs. 1993 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2009 Lexus GS is newer by 16 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lexus GS (246 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Previa. (132 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lexus GS weights approximately 5 kg more than 1993 Toyota Previa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Lexus GS (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Previa. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Previa. 2009 Lexus GS has automatic transmission and 1993 Toyota Previa has manual transmission. 1993 Toyota Previa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Lexus GS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lexus GS | 1993 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Lexus | Toyota |
| Model | GS | Previa |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 246 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 75 L |
