1998 Toyota RAV4 vs. 1994 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1998 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota RAV4 (126 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1994 Toyota Camry. (71 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Toyota Camry weights approximately 135 kg more than 1998 Toyota RAV4.
Because 1998 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Toyota Camry. 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 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota Camry. (131 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Toyota RAV4 | 1994 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | RAV4 | Camry |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1994 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2650 mm |
