1954 Morris Minor vs. 2008 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2008 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Morris Minor would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota 4Runner (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1954 Morris Minor. (30 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1954 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 635 kg more than 1954 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Morris Minor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Toyota 4Runner (361 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Morris Minor. (54 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Morris Minor | 2008 Toyota 4Runner | |
Make | Morris | Toyota |
Model | Minor | 4Runner |
Year Released | 1954 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 801 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 30 HP | 236 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2800 mm |