1998 Toyota RAV4 vs. 1976 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1998 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota RAV4 (126 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Corona. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1976 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Toyota Corona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Toyota RAV4 (172 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Corona. (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Toyota RAV4 | 1976 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | RAV4 | Corona |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1976 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2590 mm |
