1957 Morris Isis vs. 2011 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2011 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Morris Isis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Morris Isis would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota 4Runner (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1957 Morris Isis. (85 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1957 Morris Isis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 681 kg more than 1957 Morris Isis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Morris Isis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Toyota 4Runner (376 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Morris Isis. (169 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Morris Isis. 2011 Toyota 4Runner has automatic transmission and 1957 Morris Isis has manual transmission. 1957 Morris Isis will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Toyota 4Runner will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Morris Isis | 2011 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Morris | Toyota |
| Model | Isis | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4823 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1816 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2789 mm |
