1972 Porsche 914 vs. 2008 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2008 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Porsche 914. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Porsche 914 would be higher. At 2,231 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota RAV4 (134 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1972 Porsche 914. (79 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1972 Porsche 914. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 735 kg more than 1972 Porsche 914. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Porsche 914. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Toyota RAV4 (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Porsche 914. (136 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Porsche 914.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Porsche 914 | 2008 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | 914 | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1679 cc | 2231 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 60 L |
