1958 Porsche 356 vs. 1994 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 1994 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Toyota RAV4 (130 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1958 Porsche 356. (100 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1958 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 265 kg more than 1958 Porsche 356. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Porsche 356. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1994 Toyota RAV4 (175 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Porsche 356. (121 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1994 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Porsche 356 | 1994 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Porsche | Toyota |
Model | 356 | RAV4 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 58 L |