1965 Ford Corsair vs. 2011 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2011 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota RAV4 (179 HP) has 113 more horse power than 1965 Ford Corsair. (66 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1965 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 578 kg more than 1965 Ford Corsair. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Ford Corsair. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Toyota RAV4 (233 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Ford Corsair. (114 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Ford Corsair | 2011 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Corsair | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1663 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 179 HP |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1558 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2659 mm |
