2009 Toyota RAV4 vs. 1994 Mazda Midge
To start off, 2009 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mazda Midge. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mazda Midge would be higher. At 3,545 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota RAV4 (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1994 Mazda Midge. (104 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda Midge. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1994 Mazda Midge. 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 1994 Mazda Midge. 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 (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda Midge. (156 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda Midge.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Toyota RAV4 | 1994 Mazda Midge | |
| Make | Toyota | Mazda |
| Model | RAV4 | Midge |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3545 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 269 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1400 mm |
