2008 Toyota RAV4 vs. 1965 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 2008 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota RAV4 (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1965 Avanti Avanti. (254 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1965 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 105 kg more than 2008 Toyota RAV4.
Because 2008 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Avanti Avanti. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1965 Avanti Avanti (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota RAV4. (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1965 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Toyota RAV4 | 1965 Avanti Avanti | |
| Make | Toyota | Avanti |
| Model | RAV4 | Avanti |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3546 cc | 5354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 269 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 95 L |
