1996 Toyota RAV4 vs. 1978 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 1996 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 6,568 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Avanti Avanti (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1996 Toyota RAV4. (126 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 280 kg more than 1996 Toyota RAV4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Avanti Avanti. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1978 Avanti Avanti (442 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota RAV4. (172 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1978 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota RAV4. 1978 Avanti Avanti has automatic transmission and 1996 Toyota RAV4 has manual transmission. 1996 Toyota RAV4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Avanti Avanti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Toyota RAV4 | 1978 Avanti Avanti | |
Make | Toyota | Avanti |
Model | RAV4 | Avanti |
Year Released | 1996 | 1978 |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 6568 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 126 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 442 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2780 mm |