1958 AC Ace vs. 1993 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 1993 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 AC Ace would be higher. At 2,365 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota 4Runner (112 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1958 AC Ace. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 710 kg more than 1958 AC Ace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Toyota 4Runner (192 Nm) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 1993 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 1993 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | AC | Toyota |
| Model | Ace | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2365 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2630 mm |
