1970 Dodge Dart vs. 1997 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 1997 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Dodge Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Dodge Dart would be higher. At 3,249 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota RAV4 (126 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1970 Dodge Dart. (101 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1970 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Dodge Dart weights approximately 55 kg more than 1997 Toyota RAV4.
Because 1997 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Dodge Dart. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1970 Dodge Dart (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota RAV4. (173 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1970 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Dodge Dart | 1997 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Dart | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3249 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2450 mm |
