1968 AMC AMX vs. 2012 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2012 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 AMC AMX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 AMC AMX would be higher. At 6,386 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 AMC AMX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 AMC AMX (315 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2012 Toyota 4Runner. (270 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 AMC AMX should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 619 kg more than 1968 AMC AMX.
Because 2012 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 AMC AMX. 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, 1968 AMC AMX (576 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota 4Runner. (376 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1968 AMC AMX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
1968 AMC AMX | 2012 Toyota 4Runner | |
Make | AMC | Toyota |
Model | AMX | 4Runner |
Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6386 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 315 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 576 Nm | 376 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1377 kg | 1996 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4823 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1925 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1816 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2789 mm |