1948 Ford Anglia vs. 2007 Toyota 4Runner

To start off, 2007 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 59 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Ford Anglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Ford Anglia would be higher. At 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota 4Runner (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1948 Ford Anglia. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1948 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 705 kg more than 1948 Ford Anglia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2007 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1948 Ford Anglia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota 4Runner 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, 2007 Toyota 4Runner (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Ford Anglia. (49 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Ford Anglia. 2007 Toyota 4Runner has automatic transmission and 1948 Ford Anglia has manual transmission. 1948 Ford Anglia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Toyota 4Runner will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1948 Ford Anglia 2007 Toyota 4Runner
Make Ford Toyota
Model Anglia 4Runner
Year Released 1948 2007
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 933 cc 3956 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 23 HP 236 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 49 Nm 361 Nm
Torque RPM 2300 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 6.3:1 10.0:1
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 650 kg 1355 kg
Vehicle Length 3870 mm 4810 mm
Vehicle Width 1450 mm 1920 mm
Wheelbase Size 2290 mm 2800 mm


 

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