1974 Porsche 911 vs. 2005 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2005 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Porsche 911 (165 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2005 Toyota RAV4. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 325 kg more than 1974 Porsche 911.
Because 2005 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Toyota RAV4 (251 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Porsche 911. (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Porsche 911 | 2005 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Porsche | Toyota |
Model | 911 | RAV4 |
Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2687 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 82.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70.4 mm | 94 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 57 L |