1985 Fiat Croma vs. 2002 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2002 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Fiat Croma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Fiat Croma would be higher. At 2,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota RAV4 (145 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1985 Fiat Croma. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1985 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1985 Fiat Croma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Fiat Croma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Toyota RAV4 (200 Nm) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Fiat Croma. (127 Nm). This means 2002 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Fiat Croma. 2002 Toyota RAV4 has automatic transmission and 1985 Fiat Croma has manual transmission. 1985 Fiat Croma will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Toyota RAV4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Fiat Croma | 2002 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Croma | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2500 mm |
