1997 Toyota RAV4 vs. 1970 Volkswagen 411
To start off, 1997 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Volkswagen 411. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Volkswagen 411 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota RAV4 (126 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1970 Volkswagen 411. (80 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1970 Volkswagen 411. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 268 kg more than 1970 Volkswagen 411. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Volkswagen 411. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1997 Toyota RAV4 (173 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Volkswagen 411. (131 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Volkswagen 411.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Toyota RAV4 | 1970 Volkswagen 411 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | RAV4 | 411 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 66 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2500 mm |
