1972 Lamborghini Espada vs. 1997 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 1997 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Lamborghini Espada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Lamborghini Espada would be higher. At 3,938 cc (12 cylinders), 1972 Lamborghini Espada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Lamborghini Espada (350 HP) has 224 more horse power than 1997 Toyota RAV4. (126 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Lamborghini Espada should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Lamborghini Espada weights approximately 335 kg more than 1997 Toyota RAV4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Lamborghini Espada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1972 Lamborghini Espada (393 Nm) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota RAV4. (173 Nm). This means 1972 Lamborghini Espada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Lamborghini Espada | 1997 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Toyota |
| Model | Espada | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3938 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 126 HP |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2450 mm |
