2009 Toyota RAV4 vs. 1982 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2009 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Carina 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 122 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Carina. (57 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 275 kg more than 1982 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Toyota Carina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Toyota RAV4 (233 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Carina. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Toyota RAV4 | 1982 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | RAV4 | Carina |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1982 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 179 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2510 mm |
