1994 Toyota RAV4 vs. 1975 Vauxhall Chevette
To start off, 1994 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Vauxhall Chevette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Vauxhall Chevette would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Toyota RAV4 (130 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1975 Vauxhall Chevette. (56 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1975 Vauxhall Chevette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 274 kg more than 1975 Vauxhall Chevette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Vauxhall Chevette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1994 Toyota RAV4 (175 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Vauxhall Chevette. (89 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1994 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Vauxhall Chevette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Toyota RAV4 | 1975 Vauxhall Chevette | |
| Make | Toyota | Vauxhall |
| Model | RAV4 | Chevette |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1254 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 846 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 45 L |
