1970 Chrysler 300 vs. 2010 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2010 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Chrysler 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Chrysler 300 would be higher. At 7,209 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Chrysler 300 (370 HP) has 191 more horse power than 2010 Toyota RAV4. (179 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota RAV4.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1970 Chrysler 300 (651 Nm) has 418 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota RAV4. (233 Nm). This means 1970 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chrysler 300 | 2010 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | 300 | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7209 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 370 HP | 179 HP |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1745 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2659 mm |
