1969 Peugeot 204 vs. 1998 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 1998 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Peugeot 204. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Peugeot 204 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota RAV4 (126 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1969 Peugeot 204. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1969 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 420 kg more than 1969 Peugeot 204. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Peugeot 204. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Toyota RAV4 (172 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Peugeot 204. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Peugeot 204 | 1998 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
Model | 204 | RAV4 |
Year Released | 1969 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1130 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2450 mm |