1967 Ford 12 M vs. 2012 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2012 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ford 12 M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ford 12 M would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota 4Runner (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1967 Ford 12 M. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1967 Ford 12 M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 1144 kg more than 1967 Ford 12 M. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Ford 12 M. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Toyota 4Runner (376 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford 12 M. (80 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ford 12 M.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Ford 12 M | 2012 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | 12 M | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1183 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 852 kg | 1996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4823 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1816 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2789 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 87 L |
