2009 Toyota RAV4 vs. 1966 Triumph 2000
To start off, 2009 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Triumph 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Triumph 2000 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota RAV4 (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1966 Triumph 2000. (91 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1966 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Triumph 2000 weights approximately 96 kg more than 2009 Toyota RAV4.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Toyota RAV4 (233 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Triumph 2000. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Triumph 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Toyota RAV4 | 1966 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Toyota | Triumph |
| Model | RAV4 | 2000 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 179 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |
