1965 Toyota Crown vs. 2004 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2004 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota RAV4 (144 HP) has 64 more horse power than 1965 Toyota Crown. (80 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1965 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 101 kg more than 1965 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Toyota RAV4 (195 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Toyota Crown. (146 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Toyota Crown | 2004 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Crown | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1897 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 144 HP |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 57 L |
