1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 1988 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 1988 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Toyota 4Runner (141 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 340 kg more than 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Toyota 4Runner (240 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (191 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1988 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 1988 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Toyota |
| Model | Sports Convertible | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2630 mm |
