1970 Honda Z vs. 2005 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2005 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Honda Z would be higher. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (270 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 1970 Honda Z. (24 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 1494 kg more than 1970 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (434 Nm) has 404 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda Z. (30 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Honda Z | 2005 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Z | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 57.8 mm | 84 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 516 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2800 mm |
