1996 Toyota RAV4 vs. 1982 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1996 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota RAV4 (126 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Camry. (106 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1982 Toyota Camry. 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 1982 Toyota Camry. 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, 1996 Toyota RAV4 (172 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Camry. (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Toyota RAV4 | 1982 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | RAV4 | Camry |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1982 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2610 mm |
