1979 Talbot 1510 vs. 2004 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2004 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Talbot 1510. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Talbot 1510 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota RAV4 (145 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1979 Talbot 1510. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1979 Talbot 1510. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 235 kg more than 1979 Talbot 1510. 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 1979 Talbot 1510. 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, 2004 Toyota RAV4 (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Talbot 1510. (110 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Talbot 1510.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Talbot 1510 | 2004 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Talbot | Toyota |
Model | 1510 | RAV4 |
Year Released | 1979 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.7 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2860 mm |