1984 Porsche 911 vs. 2006 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2006 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Porsche 911 (229 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2006 Toyota RAV4. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 215 kg more than 1984 Porsche 911.
Because 2006 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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 Porsche 911 (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota RAV4. (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1984 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Porsche 911 | 2006 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | 911 | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3164 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 82.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.4 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 57 L |
