2004 Toyota RAV4 vs. 1987 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2004 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 2,507 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Toyota Camry (158 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2004 Toyota RAV4. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Toyota Camry weights approximately 245 kg more than 2004 Toyota RAV4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1987 Toyota Camry (207 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota RAV4. (161 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1987 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Toyota RAV4 | 1987 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | RAV4 | Camry |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1987 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 2507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.5 mm | 69.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2610 mm |
