2006 Toyota RAV4 vs. 1973 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2006 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota RAV4 (166 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Corona. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 245 kg more than 1973 Toyota Corona. 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 1973 Toyota Corona. 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 (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Corona. (144 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Toyota RAV4 | 1973 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | RAV4 | Corona |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2510 mm |
