1994 Toyota RAV4 vs. 2002 Honda Z
To start off, 2002 Honda Z is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Toyota RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Toyota RAV4 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 79 more horse power than 2002 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 160 kg more than 2002 Honda Z. 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, 1994 Toyota RAV4 (175 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Z. (60 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Toyota RAV4 | 2002 Honda Z | |
| Make | Toyota | Honda |
| Model | RAV4 | Z |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 64 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 35 L |
