1956 Packard Patrician vs. 1998 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 1998 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Packard Patrician. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Packard Patrician would be higher. At 6,135 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Packard Patrician is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Packard Patrician (286 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1998 Toyota RAV4. (130 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Packard Patrician should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Packard Patrician weights approximately 790 kg more than 1998 Toyota RAV4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Packard Patrician. 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, 1956 Packard Patrician (549 Nm) has 371 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota RAV4. (178 Nm). This means 1956 Packard Patrician will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Packard Patrician | 1998 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Packard | Toyota |
Model | Patrician | RAV4 |
Year Released | 1956 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6135 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 549 Nm | 178 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 104.8 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1700 mm |