1970 Honda S800 vs. 2007 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2007 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Honda S800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Honda S800 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 169 more horse power than 1970 Honda S800. (67 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda S800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 645 kg more than 1970 Honda S800. 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 1970 Honda S800. 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 1970 Honda S800. (67 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda S800. 2007 Toyota 4Runner has automatic transmission and 1970 Honda S800 has manual transmission. 1970 Honda S800 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Toyota 4Runner will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Honda S800 | 2007 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | S800 | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 791 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 236 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 67 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3350 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 87 L |
