1958 AC Ace vs. 2003 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2003 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 45 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 4,662 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota 4Runner (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1958 AC Ace. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 1066 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, 2003 Toyota 4Runner (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 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 | 2003 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | AC | Toyota |
| Model | Ace | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 4662 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2800 mm |
