1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 1998 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 1998 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire would be higher. At 3,435 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota RAV4 (126 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (125 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire weights approximately 530 kg more than 1998 Toyota RAV4.
Because 1998 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire (247 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota RAV4. (172 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire | 1998 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Toyota |
Model | Sapphire | RAV4 |
Year Released | 1955 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3435 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 247 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2450 mm |