1993 Toyota Corolla vs. 2012 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2012 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota RAV4 (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Corolla. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 568 kg more than 1993 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Toyota RAV4 (233 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Corolla. (111 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Corolla. 2012 Toyota RAV4 has automatic transmission and 1993 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 1993 Toyota Corolla will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Toyota RAV4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Toyota Corolla | 2012 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Corolla | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1330 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1558 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2659 mm |
