1994 Fiat Vivace vs. 1998 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 1998 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Fiat Vivace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Fiat Vivace would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota RAV4 (126 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1994 Fiat Vivace. (62 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1994 Fiat Vivace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 490 kg more than 1994 Fiat Vivace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Fiat Vivace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Toyota RAV4 (172 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Fiat Vivace. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Fiat Vivace.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Fiat Vivace | 1998 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Vivace | RAV4 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2450 mm |