1971 Honda 1300 vs. 2011 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2011 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Honda 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Honda 1300 would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota 4Runner (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1971 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1971 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 1101 kg more than 1971 Honda 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Honda 1300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Toyota 4Runner (376 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Honda 1300 | 2011 Toyota 4Runner | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | 1300 | 4Runner |
Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 4000 cc |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 376 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1996 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4823 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1925 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1816 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2789 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 87 L |