1972 Austin Maxi vs. 1994 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 1994 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Austin Maxi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Austin Maxi would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Toyota RAV4 (130 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1972 Austin Maxi. (95 HP @ 5350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin Maxi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1972 Austin Maxi. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Austin Maxi. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1994 Toyota RAV4 (175 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin Maxi. (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin Maxi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Austin Maxi | 1994 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | Maxi | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1748 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5350 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 158 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 58 L |
