1958 Ford Prefect vs. 2007 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2007 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota 4Runner (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1958 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 420 kg more than 1958 Ford Prefect. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Ford Prefect. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Toyota 4Runner (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Prefect. 2007 Toyota 4Runner has automatic transmission and 1958 Ford Prefect has manual transmission. 1958 Ford Prefect will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Toyota 4Runner will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Ford Prefect | 2007 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Prefect | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 236 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2800 mm |
