1955 Allard Palm Beach vs. 2005 Toyota RAV4

To start off, 2005 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Allard Palm Beach. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Allard Palm Beach would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Allard Palm Beach is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Allard Palm Beach (187 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2005 Toyota RAV4. (161 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Allard Palm Beach should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 349 kg more than 1955 Allard Palm Beach.

Because 1955 Allard Palm Beach is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1955 Allard Palm Beach. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota RAV4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1955 Allard Palm Beach (285 Nm) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota RAV4. (224 Nm). This means 1955 Allard Palm Beach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota RAV4.

Compare all specifications:

1955 Allard Palm Beach 2005 Toyota RAV4
Make Allard Toyota
Model Palm Beach RAV4
Year Released 1955 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3442 cc 2360 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 187 HP 161 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 285 Nm 224 Nm
Engine Compression Ratio 8.0:1 9.6:1
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 965 kg 1314 kg
Vehicle Length 3970 mm 4240 mm
Vehicle Width 1510 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1680 mm
Wheelbase Size 2440 mm 2470 mm


 

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