1968 Toyota Corona 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 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota RAV4 (151 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1968 Toyota Corona. (140 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 484 kg more than 1968 Toyota Corona. 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 Toyota Corona. 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 (194 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota Corona. (137 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Toyota Corona | 2008 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Corona | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1858 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 151 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 200 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 | 1056 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 60 L |
