1982 Kia Brisa vs. 2009 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2009 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Kia Brisa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Kia Brisa would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota RAV4 (150 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1982 Kia Brisa. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1982 Kia Brisa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 540 kg more than 1982 Kia Brisa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Kia Brisa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Toyota RAV4 (194 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Kia Brisa. (68 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Kia Brisa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Kia Brisa | 2009 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Brisa | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 985 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2570 mm |
