1984 Rover 3500 vs. 2012 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2012 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Rover 3500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Rover 3500 would be higher. At 3,532 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Rover 3500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Rover 3500 (187 HP @ 5280 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2012 Toyota RAV4. (179 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Rover 3500 should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 127 kg more than 1984 Rover 3500.
Because 2012 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Rover 3500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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 Rover 3500 (298 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota RAV4. (233 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Rover 3500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Rover 3500 | 2012 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Rover | Toyota |
| Model | 3500 | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3532 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5280 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1431 kg | 1558 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2659 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 60 L |
