1957 Ford Popular vs. 2009 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2009 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ford Popular would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota 4Runner (260 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1957 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 617 kg more than 1957 Ford Popular. 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 (415 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 352 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Popular. 2009 Toyota 4Runner has automatic transmission and 1957 Ford Popular has manual transmission. 1957 Ford Popular 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:
1957 Ford Popular | 2009 Toyota 4Runner | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Popular | 4Runner |
Year Released | 1957 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 4664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 415 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 738 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2800 mm |