1982 Ford Fairlane vs. 2003 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2003 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota RAV4 (145 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1982 Ford Fairlane. (125 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 122 kg more than 2003 Toyota RAV4.
Because 2003 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Ford Fairlane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 1982 Ford Fairlane (296 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota RAV4. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Fairlane | 2003 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Fairlane | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1278 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2500 mm |
