1974 NSU 1000 vs. 1995 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 1995 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 NSU 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 NSU 1000 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Toyota RAV4 (126 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1974 NSU 1000. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1974 NSU 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 640 kg more than 1974 NSU 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 NSU 1000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Toyota RAV4 (172 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 NSU 1000. (70 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 NSU 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 NSU 1000 | 1995 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | NSU | Toyota |
| Model | 1000 | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 994 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2450 mm |
