1963 Austin A 90 vs. 1997 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 1997 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota RAV4 (126 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1963 Austin A 90. (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1963 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Austin A 90 weights approximately 270 kg more than 1997 Toyota RAV4.
Because 1997 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Austin A 90. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1963 Austin A 90 (221 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota RAV4. (173 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1963 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Austin A 90 | 1997 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | A 90 | RAV4 |
Year Released | 1963 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2450 mm |