1962 Toyota Corona vs. 1998 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 1998 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota RAV4 (126 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1962 Toyota Corona. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1962 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 360 kg more than 1962 Toyota Corona. 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 1962 Toyota Corona. 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, 1998 Toyota RAV4 (172 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Toyota Corona. (68 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Toyota Corona | 1998 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Toyota | Toyota |
Model | Corona | RAV4 |
Year Released | 1962 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 997 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 22.5:1 | 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 | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2450 mm |