1984 Ford GT vs. 2009 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2009 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford GT would be higher. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota RAV4 (150 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1984 Ford GT. (130 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1984 Ford GT. 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 1984 Ford GT. 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, 1984 Ford GT (203 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota RAV4. (194 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford GT | 2009 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | GT | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2570 mm |
