1971 Riley 4 vs. 2012 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2012 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Riley 4 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota RAV4 (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1971 Riley 4. (67 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1971 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 410 kg more than 1971 Riley 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Riley 4 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1971 Riley 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Toyota RAV4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Toyota RAV4 (233 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Riley 4. (121 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Riley 4 | 2012 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Riley | Toyota |
| Model | 4 | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1622 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1148 kg | 1558 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2659 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
