1955 Chrysler 300 vs. 2013 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2013 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Chrysler 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Chrysler 300 would be higher. At 5,425 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Chrysler 300 (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2013 Toyota 4Runner. (266 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 254 kg more than 1955 Chrysler 300.
Because 2013 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Chrysler 300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 1955 Chrysler 300 (477 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota 4Runner. (377 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1955 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Chrysler 300 | 2013 Toyota 4Runner | |
Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
Model | 300 | 4Runner |
Year Released | 1955 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5425 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 477 Nm | 377 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 2184 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1925 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2790 mm |