1990 Toyota Sera vs. 2008 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2008 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota Sera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota Sera would be higher. At 3,546 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota RAV4 (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1990 Toyota Sera. (108 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota Sera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 449 kg more than 1990 Toyota Sera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Toyota Sera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Toyota RAV4 (335 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Sera. (132 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Sera. 2008 Toyota RAV4 has automatic transmission and 1990 Toyota Sera has manual transmission. 1990 Toyota Sera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Toyota RAV4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Toyota Sera | 2008 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Sera | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 3546 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 906 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 60 L |
