1972 Skoda 1202 vs. 2007 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2007 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Skoda 1202. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Skoda 1202 would be higher. At 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota RAV4 (166 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1972 Skoda 1202. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1972 Skoda 1202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 250 kg more than 1972 Skoda 1202. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Skoda 1202. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Toyota RAV4 (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Skoda 1202. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Skoda 1202.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Skoda 1202 | 2007 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Skoda | Toyota |
Model | 1202 | RAV4 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1219 cc | 2362 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2670 mm |