1975 Ford Torino vs. 1994 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 1994 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Torino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Torino would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Toyota RAV4 (130 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1975 Ford Torino. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Ford Torino weights approximately 530 kg more than 1994 Toyota RAV4.
Because 1994 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Ford Torino. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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 Ford Torino (250 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota RAV4. (175 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1975 Ford Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford Torino | 1994 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Torino | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 58 L |
