1963 Honda S500 vs. 2009 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2009 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Honda S500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Honda S500 would be higher. At 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota 4Runner (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1963 Honda S500. (43 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1963 Honda S500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 459 kg more than 1963 Honda S500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Honda S500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Toyota 4Runner (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Honda S500. (45 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Honda S500. 2009 Toyota 4Runner has automatic transmission and 1963 Honda S500 has manual transmission. 1963 Honda S500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Toyota 4Runner will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Honda S500 | 2009 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | S500 | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 531 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 236 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 726 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 87 L |
