1968 Ford 12 M vs. 2005 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2005 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford 12 M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford 12 M would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota RAV4 (145 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1968 Ford 12 M. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford 12 M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 460 kg more than 1968 Ford 12 M. 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 1968 Ford 12 M. 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 (201 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford 12 M. (80 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford 12 M.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford 12 M | 2005 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | 12 M | RAV4 |
Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1182 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 201 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2320 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 57 L |