1952 Buick 40 vs. 1997 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 1997 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Buick 40 would be higher. At 4,066 cc (8 cylinders), 1952 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota RAV4 (126 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1952 Buick 40. (118 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1952 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Buick 40 weights approximately 335 kg more than 1997 Toyota RAV4.
Because 1997 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1952 Buick 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1952 Buick 40 (292 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota RAV4. (173 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1952 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Buick 40 | 1997 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | 40 | RAV4 |
Year Released | 1952 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4066 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.6 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 104.8 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2450 mm |