1958 Ford Popular vs. 2008 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2008 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford Popular would be higher. At 3,546 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota RAV4 (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1958 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 620 kg more than 1958 Ford Popular. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Ford Popular. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Toyota RAV4 (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Popular. 2008 Toyota RAV4 has automatic transmission and 1958 Ford Popular has manual transmission. 1958 Ford Popular will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Toyota RAV4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Ford Popular | 2008 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Popular | RAV4 |
Year Released | 1958 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1171 cc | 3546 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 269 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2670 mm |