1971 Chrysler Charger vs. 2007 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2007 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chrysler Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chrysler Charger would be higher. At 4,341 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Chrysler Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chrysler Charger (200 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2007 Toyota RAV4. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chrysler Charger should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota RAV4.
Because 2007 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Chrysler Charger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1971 Chrysler Charger (355 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota RAV4. (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1971 Chrysler Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chrysler Charger | 2007 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | Charger | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4341 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2290 mm |
