1948 Austin A 90 vs. 1994 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 1994 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 1948 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Toyota RAV4 (130 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1948 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1948 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Austin A 90 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1994 Toyota RAV4.
Because 1994 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1948 Austin A 90. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Toyota RAV4 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, 1948 Austin A 90 (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota RAV4. (175 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1948 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Austin A 90 | 1994 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | A 90 | RAV4 |
Year Released | 1948 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2660 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 58 L |