2009 Mitsubishi Outlander vs. 1992 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 17 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, 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Previa. (132 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Toyota Previa weights approximately 75 kg more than 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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 Mitsubishi Outlander (226 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Previa. (207 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Previa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander | 1992 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Outlander | Previa |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 2438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 75 L |
