1988 Renault 4 vs. 2003 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2003 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Renault 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Renault 4 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota RAV4 (145 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1988 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1988 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 583 kg more than 1988 Renault 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Renault 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Toyota RAV4 (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Renault 4. (62 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Renault 4 | 2003 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | 4 | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 62 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1278 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2500 mm |
