1968 Honda S600 vs. 2008 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2008 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Honda S600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Honda S600 would be higher. At 3,546 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota RAV4 (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1968 Honda S600. (70 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1968 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 630 kg more than 1968 Honda S600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Honda S600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Toyota RAV4 (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Honda S600. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Honda S600. 2008 Toyota RAV4 has automatic transmission and 1968 Honda S600 has manual transmission. 1968 Honda S600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Toyota RAV4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Honda S600 | 2008 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | S600 | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 791 cc | 3546 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 60 L |
