1987 Fiat Panda vs. 2011 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2011 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota RAV4 (179 HP) has 145 more horse power than 1987 Fiat Panda. (34 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1987 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 878 kg more than 1987 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Fiat Panda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Toyota RAV4 (233 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Fiat Panda. (57 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Fiat Panda. 2011 Toyota RAV4 has automatic transmission and 1987 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 1987 Fiat Panda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Toyota RAV4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1987 Fiat Panda | 2011 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Panda | RAV4 |
Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 769 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 179 HP |
Torque | 57 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1558 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2659 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |