1974 Honda 1300 vs. 2008 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2008 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Honda 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Honda 1300 would be higher. At 3,546 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota RAV4 (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1974 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1974 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 460 kg more than 1974 Honda 1300. 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 1974 Honda 1300. 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 (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Honda 1300 | 2008 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | 1300 | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 3546 cc |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 60 L |
