1992 Subaru SVX vs. 1998 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 1998 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Subaru SVX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Subaru SVX would be higher. At 3,318 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Subaru SVX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Subaru SVX (217 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1998 Toyota RAV4. (126 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Subaru SVX should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Subaru SVX weights approximately 320 kg more than 1998 Toyota RAV4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 1992 Subaru SVX (301 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota RAV4. (172 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1992 Subaru SVX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota RAV4. 1992 Subaru SVX has automatic transmission and 1998 Toyota RAV4 has manual transmission. 1998 Toyota RAV4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Subaru SVX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Subaru SVX | 1998 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | SVX | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3318 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2450 mm |
