1970 Toyota Carina vs. 2006 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2006 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota 4Runner (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Carina. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 285 kg more than 1970 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Toyota Carina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Toyota 4Runner (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Carina. (115 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Toyota Carina | 2006 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Carina | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1405 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 236 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2800 mm |
