2005 Toyota RAV4 vs. 1976 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 2005 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Volkswagen SP2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Volkswagen SP2 would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota RAV4 (161 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 424 kg more than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Toyota RAV4 (224 Nm) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. (121 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Volkswagen SP2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota RAV4 | 1976 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | RAV4 | SP2 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1314 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2410 mm |
