1969 Holden Brougham vs. 2009 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2009 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Holden Brougham. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Holden Brougham would be higher. At 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Holden Brougham is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota 4Runner (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1969 Holden Brougham. (181 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1969 Holden Brougham. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Holden Brougham weights approximately 275 kg more than 2009 Toyota 4Runner.
Because 2009 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Holden Brougham. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1969 Holden Brougham (408 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota 4Runner. (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 Holden Brougham will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Holden Brougham | 2009 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | Brougham | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5025 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 236 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2800 mm |
