1959 Berkeley QB vs. 1988 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 1988 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Berkeley QB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Berkeley QB would be higher. At 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Toyota 4Runner (85 HP) has 36 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley QB. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley QB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 1449 kg more than 1959 Berkeley QB. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Berkeley QB. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1988 Toyota 4Runner (189 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley QB. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley QB.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Berkeley QB | 1988 Toyota 4Runner | |
Make | Berkeley | Toyota |
Model | QB | 4Runner |
Year Released | 1959 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 692 cc | 2446 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 85 HP |
Torque | 61 Nm | 189 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 381 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2630 mm |