1970 Toyota Publica vs. 2004 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2004 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota 4Runner (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Publica. (38 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 1245 kg more than 1970 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Toyota 4Runner (382 Nm) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Publica. (62 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Toyota Publica | 2004 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Publica | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 789 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 62 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2830 mm |
