1989 Dodge Shadow vs. 2006 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2006 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Dodge Shadow. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Dodge Shadow would be higher. At 2,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Dodge Shadow (175 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2006 Toyota RAV4. (161 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Dodge Shadow should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota RAV4.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1989 Dodge Shadow (278 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota RAV4. (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Dodge Shadow will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Dodge Shadow | 2006 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Shadow | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 2398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.1:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2500 mm |
