1974 Humber Sceptre vs. 2007 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2007 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Humber Sceptre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Humber Sceptre 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 87 more horse power than 1974 Humber Sceptre. (79 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1974 Humber Sceptre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 363 kg more than 1974 Humber Sceptre. 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 1974 Humber Sceptre. 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 (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Humber Sceptre. (123 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Humber Sceptre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Humber Sceptre | 2007 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Humber | Toyota |
| Model | Sceptre | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1725 cc | 2362 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 992 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
