1992 Renault Alpine vs. 2005 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2005 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Renault Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Renault Alpine would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Renault Alpine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Renault Alpine (251 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2005 Toyota RAV4. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Renault Alpine should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1992 Renault Alpine.
Because 2005 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Renault Alpine. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1992 Renault Alpine (351 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota RAV4. (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1992 Renault Alpine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Renault Alpine | 2005 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Alpine | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 351 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 94 mm |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 12.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 57 L |
