1974 Reliant Rebel vs. 1997 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 1997 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Reliant Rebel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Reliant Rebel would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota RAV4 (126 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1974 Reliant Rebel. (31 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1974 Reliant Rebel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 725 kg more than 1974 Reliant Rebel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Reliant Rebel. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1997 Toyota RAV4 (173 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Reliant Rebel. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Reliant Rebel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Reliant Rebel | 1997 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Reliant | Toyota |
| Model | Rebel | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 701 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 60.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2450 mm |
