1953 Chevrolet Bel Air vs. 2004 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2004 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air would be higher. At 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota 4Runner (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air. (115 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 437 kg more than 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Toyota 4Runner (382 Nm) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air. (271 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air | 2004 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Bel Air | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3859 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1483 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 87 L |
