1977 Ford Fiesta vs. 2006 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2006 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 2,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota RAV4 (161 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1977 Ford Fiesta. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Fiesta.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Toyota RAV4 (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Fiesta. (94 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Ford Fiesta | 2006 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Fiesta | RAV4 |
Year Released | 1977 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 2398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 88.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2500 mm |