1968 Ford 12 M vs. 2009 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2009 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford 12 M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford 12 M would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota 4Runner (260 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1968 Ford 12 M. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford 12 M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 405 kg more than 1968 Ford 12 M. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 (416 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford 12 M. (80 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford 12 M.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford 12 M | 2009 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | 12 M | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1182 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 416 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 87 L |
