2005 Toyota RAV4 vs. 1987 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2005 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Toyota Crown (190 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2005 Toyota RAV4. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 390 kg more than 1987 Toyota Crown.
Because 2005 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Toyota Crown. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1987 Toyota Crown (255 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota RAV4. (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1987 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota RAV4. 1987 Toyota Crown has automatic transmission and 2005 Toyota RAV4 has manual transmission. 2005 Toyota RAV4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Toyota Crown will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota RAV4 | 1987 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | RAV4 | Crown |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1987 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 2954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.3 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2730 mm |
