2006 Toyota RAV4 vs. 1972 Toyota Century
To start off, 2006 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Century 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 142 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Century. (127 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Toyota Century weights approximately 515 kg more than 2006 Toyota RAV4.
Because 1972 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 1972 Toyota Century. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Toyota RAV4 (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Century. (236 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Toyota RAV4 | 1972 Toyota Century | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | RAV4 | Century |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1972 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3538 cc | 2981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 269 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2870 mm |
