1970 Jeep Grand Wagoneer vs. 1996 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 1996 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Jeep Grand Wagoneer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Jeep Grand Wagoneer would be higher. At 4,233 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Jeep Grand Wagoneer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota 4Runner (123 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1970 Jeep Grand Wagoneer. (109 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1970 Jeep Grand Wagoneer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 120 kg more than 1970 Jeep Grand Wagoneer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 1996 Toyota 4Runner (295 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Jeep Grand Wagoneer. (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Jeep Grand Wagoneer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Jeep Grand Wagoneer | 1996 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Jeep | Toyota |
| Model | Grand Wagoneer | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4233 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1700 mm |
