1963 Mitsubishi 500 vs. 2005 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2005 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Mitsubishi 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Mitsubishi 500 would be higher. At 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1963 Mitsubishi 500. (23 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1963 Mitsubishi 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 1325 kg more than 1963 Mitsubishi 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (382 Nm) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Mitsubishi 500. (34 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Mitsubishi 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Mitsubishi 500 | 2005 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | 500 | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 594 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 34 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 530 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2070 mm | 2660 mm |
