1960 Ford Taunus vs. 2005 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2005 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (270 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1960 Ford Taunus. (53 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1960 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 1077 kg more than 1960 Ford Taunus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Ford Taunus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (434 Nm) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ford Taunus. (111 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Ford Taunus | 2005 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Taunus | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 2043 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 87 L |
