2009 Toyota RAV4 vs. 1987 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Corolla 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 113 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Corolla. (66 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 16 kg more than 2009 Toyota RAV4.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Corolla. (122 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Toyota RAV4 | 1987 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | RAV4 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1987 |
| 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 | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2440 mm |
