1971 Toyota Corona vs. 2006 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2006 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota RAV4 (166 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1971 Toyota Corona. (98 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1971 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 360 kg more than 1971 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Toyota Corona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Toyota RAV4 (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Toyota Corona. (149 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Toyota Corona | 2006 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Toyota | Toyota |
Model | Corona | RAV4 |
Year Released | 1971 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1769 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 60 L |