1958 Nissan 211 vs. 2009 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2009 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Nissan 211. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Nissan 211 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 226 more horse power than 1958 Nissan 211. (34 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1958 Nissan 211. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 405 kg more than 1958 Nissan 211. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Toyota 4Runner (415 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Nissan 211. (67 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Nissan 211.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Nissan 211 | 2009 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | 211 | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2009 |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 67 Nm | 415 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2800 mm |
