1970 Toyota Crown 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 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,982 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota 4Runner (123 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Crown. (108 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 595 kg more than 1970 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Toyota Crown. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Toyota 4Runner (295 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Crown. (157 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Toyota Crown | 1996 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Crown | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 103 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
