1996 Toyota RAV4 vs. 2013 Nissan Z
To start off, 2013 Nissan Z is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota RAV4 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Z (327 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1996 Toyota RAV4. (126 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Z should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Z weights approximately 193 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 2013 Nissan Z. 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, 2013 Nissan Z (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota RAV4. (172 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Toyota RAV4 | 2013 Nissan Z | |
| Make | Toyota | Nissan |
| Model | RAV4 | Z |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 327 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11:01:00 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1493 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4246 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1845 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1315 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2550 mm |
