1998 Toyota RAV4 vs. 1978 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 1998 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Corsa 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 (130 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 470 kg more than 1978 Toyota Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Toyota RAV4 (178 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Toyota RAV4 | 1978 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | RAV4 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1560 mm |
