1958 Alvis TD vs. 1995 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 1995 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Alvis TD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Alvis TD would be higher. At 2,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Alvis TD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Toyota RAV4 (126 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1958 Alvis TD. (116 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1958 Alvis TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Alvis TD weights approximately 125 kg more than 1995 Toyota RAV4.
Because 1995 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Alvis TD. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1958 Alvis TD (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Toyota RAV4. (172 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1958 Alvis TD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Alvis TD | 1995 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Alvis | Toyota |
Model | TD | RAV4 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2991 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2450 mm |