1961 Skoda 1200 vs. 1990 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 1990 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Skoda 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Skoda 1200 would be higher. At 2,366 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Toyota 4Runner (112 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1961 Skoda 1200. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1961 Skoda 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 590 kg more than 1961 Skoda 1200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Skoda 1200. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1990 Toyota 4Runner (193 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Skoda 1200. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Skoda 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Skoda 1200 | 1990 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Skoda | Toyota |
| Model | 1200 | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1219 cc | 2366 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2630 mm |
