1948 Ford Prefect vs. 2009 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2009 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 61 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota 4Runner (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1948 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1948 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 495 kg more than 1948 Ford Prefect. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 4Runner (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Ford Prefect. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Ford Prefect. 2009 Toyota 4Runner has automatic transmission and 1948 Ford Prefect has manual transmission. 1948 Ford Prefect will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Toyota 4Runner will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Ford Prefect | 2009 Toyota 4Runner | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Prefect | 4Runner |
Year Released | 1948 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 3956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 236 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 837 kg | 1332 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2800 mm |