2005 Toyota RAV4 vs. 1970 Toyota Century
To start off, 2005 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Century would be higher. At 2,981 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota RAV4 (161 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Century. (127 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Toyota Century weights approximately 486 kg more than 2005 Toyota RAV4.
Because 1970 Toyota Century is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Toyota Century. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota RAV4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1970 Toyota Century (251 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota RAV4. (224 Nm). This means 1970 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota RAV4 | 1970 Toyota Century | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | RAV4 | Century |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 2981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1314 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2870 mm |
