1964 Ford Falcon vs. 2002 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2002 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 2,890 cc (8 cylinders), 1964 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Ford Falcon (282 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2002 Toyota RAV4. (115 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 690 kg more than 1964 Ford Falcon.
Because 1964 Ford Falcon is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1964 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Toyota RAV4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2002 Toyota RAV4 (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ford Falcon. (244 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Ford Falcon | 2002 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Falcon | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2890 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 20.2:1 | 18.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1390 kg |
