1971 Ford Mustang vs. 2004 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2004 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,726 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Ford Mustang (251 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2004 Toyota RAV4. (110 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 445 kg more than 1971 Ford Mustang.
Because 2004 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Toyota RAV4 (279 Nm) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford Mustang. (146 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Ford Mustang | 2004 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Mustang | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4726 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 82.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 94 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2610 mm |
