2006 Toyota RAV4 vs. 1978 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 2006 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 2,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota RAV4 (161 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Corsa.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Toyota RAV4 (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Toyota RAV4 | 1978 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | RAV4 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2398 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2510 mm |
