2007 Mazda 3 vs. 1995 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2007 Mazda 3 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Toyota Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Toyota Previa would be higher. At 2,438 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Toyota Previa (133 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2007 Mazda 3. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Toyota Previa weights approximately 355 kg more than 2007 Mazda 3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Mazda 3 (241 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Toyota Previa. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Toyota Previa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda 3 | 1995 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 3 | Previa |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 2438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 75 L |
