1963 NSU Prinz vs. 2007 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2007 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 NSU Prinz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 NSU Prinz would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota RAV4 (150 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1963 NSU Prinz. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1963 NSU Prinz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 905 kg more than 1963 NSU Prinz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 NSU Prinz. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Toyota RAV4 (194 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 NSU Prinz. (43 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 NSU Prinz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 NSU Prinz | 2007 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | NSU | Toyota |
| Model | Prinz | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 583 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 43 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 565 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 60 L |
