1971 Rover P6 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 Rover P6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Rover P6 would be higher. At 3,532 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Rover P6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Rover P6 (150 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2007 Toyota RAV4. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Rover P6 should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Rover P6 weights approximately 89 kg more than 2007 Toyota RAV4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Rover P6 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 Rover P6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1971 Rover P6 (274 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota RAV4. (161 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1971 Rover P6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Rover P6 | 2007 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Rover | Toyota |
| Model | P6 | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3532 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 274 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1206 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2290 mm |
