1966 Ford Lotus Cortina vs. 2005 Toyota RAV4

To start off, 2005 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford Lotus Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford Lotus Cortina would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota RAV4 (149 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1966 Ford Lotus Cortina. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Lotus Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 445 kg more than 1966 Ford Lotus Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Ford Lotus Cortina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Toyota RAV4 (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Lotus Cortina. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Lotus Cortina.

Compare all specifications:

1966 Ford Lotus Cortina 2005 Toyota RAV4
Make Ford Toyota
Model Lotus Cortina RAV4
Year Released 1966 2005
Body Type Convertible SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1558 cc 1999 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 105 HP 149 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 145 Nm 192 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82.6 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 72.8 mm 86 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.5:1 9.8:1
Top Speed 167 km/hour 185 km/hour
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 905 kg 1350 kg
Vehicle Length 4270 mm 4210 mm
Vehicle Width 1670 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1690 mm
Wheelbase Size 2560 mm 2380 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 57 L


 

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