1959 Ford Zodiac vs. 2006 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2006 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota 4Runner (237 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1959 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 163 kg more than 1959 Ford Zodiac. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Ford Zodiac. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Toyota 4Runner (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Zodiac. (188 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Zodiac.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Zodiac | 2006 Toyota 4Runner | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Zodiac | 4Runner |
Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2552 cc | 3950 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1192 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2800 mm |