1959 Skoda 440 vs. 2005 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2005 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Skoda 440. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Skoda 440 would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota RAV4 (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1959 Skoda 440. (38 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1959 Skoda 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 535 kg more than 1959 Skoda 440. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Skoda 440. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Toyota RAV4 (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Skoda 440. (74 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Skoda 440.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Skoda 440 | 2005 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Skoda | Toyota |
Model | 440 | RAV4 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1089 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 82.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 94 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 57 L |