1956 Isuzu Minx vs. 1997 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 1997 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Isuzu Minx. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Isuzu Minx would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota RAV4 (126 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1956 Isuzu Minx. (45 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1956 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 350 kg more than 1956 Isuzu Minx. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Isuzu Minx. 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, 1997 Toyota RAV4 (173 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Isuzu Minx. (91 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Isuzu Minx | 1997 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Toyota |
| Model | Minx | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2450 mm |
