1975 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2004 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2004 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Chevrolet Caprice (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2004 Toyota RAV4. (145 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 737 kg more than 2004 Toyota RAV4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Chevrolet Caprice. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1975 Chevrolet Caprice (353 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota RAV4. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Chevrolet Caprice | 2004 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Caprice | RAV4 |
Year Released | 1975 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2022 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2860 mm |