1970 Ford Corsair vs. 2009 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2009 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Corsair 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 201 more horse power than 1970 Ford Corsair. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 470 kg more than 1970 Ford Corsair. 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 (415 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Corsair. (101 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Ford Corsair | 2009 Toyota 4Runner | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Corsair | 4Runner |
Year Released | 1970 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 4664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 415 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2800 mm |