1995 Toyota RAV4 vs. 1972 Volvo 140
To start off, 1995 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Volvo 140. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Volvo 140 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Toyota RAV4 (126 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1972 Volvo 140. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1972 Volvo 140. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1972 Volvo 140. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Volvo 140. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Toyota RAV4 (172 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Volvo 140. (153 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Volvo 140.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Toyota RAV4 | 1972 Volvo 140 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | RAV4 | 140 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2610 mm |
