1996 Rover 400 vs. 2010 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2010 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Rover 400 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota RAV4 (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1996 Rover 400. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1996 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 440 kg more than 1996 Rover 400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2010 Toyota RAV4 (233 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Rover 400. (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Rover 400. 2010 Toyota RAV4 has automatic transmission and 1996 Rover 400 has manual transmission. 1996 Rover 400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Toyota RAV4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Rover 400 | 2010 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Rover | Toyota |
Model | 400 | RAV4 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 179 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 182 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1745 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2659 mm |