1963 Ford Taunus vs. 2010 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2010 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota RAV4 (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1963 Ford Taunus. (53 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1963 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 598 kg more than 1963 Ford Taunus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Ford Taunus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Toyota RAV4 (233 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ford Taunus. (111 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Ford Taunus | 2010 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Taunus | RAV4 |
Year Released | 1963 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 179 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1558 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2659 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 60 L |