1968 Toyota Sport 800 vs. 2007 Toyota 4Runner

To start off, 2007 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota Sport 800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota Sport 800 would be higher. At 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota 4Runner (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1968 Toyota Sport 800. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota Sport 800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 603 kg more than 1968 Toyota Sport 800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2007 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Toyota Sport 800. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Toyota 4Runner (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota Sport 800. (67 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota Sport 800.

Compare all specifications:

1968 Toyota Sport 800 2007 Toyota 4Runner
Make Toyota Toyota
Model Sport 800 4Runner
Year Released 1968 2007
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 790 cc 3956 cc
Engine Cylinders 2 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 44 HP 236 HP
Engine RPM 5400 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 67 Nm 361 Nm
Torque RPM 3800 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 10.0:1
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 582 kg 1185 kg
Vehicle Length 3590 mm 4810 mm
Vehicle Width 1470 mm 1920 mm
Vehicle Height 1180 mm 1810 mm
Wheelbase Size 2010 mm 2800 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 L 87 L


 

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