2006 Toyota RAV4 vs. 1970 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2006 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 3,538 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota RAV4 (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Carina. (115 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 510 kg more than 1970 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Toyota Carina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Toyota RAV4 (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Carina. (149 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Toyota RAV4 | 1970 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | RAV4 | Carina |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3538 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 269 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2430 mm |
