1971 Nissan Laurel vs. 2009 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2009 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota 4Runner (260 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Laurel. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 320 kg more than 1971 Nissan Laurel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2009 Toyota 4Runner (415 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Laurel. (155 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Nissan Laurel | 2009 Toyota 4Runner | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Laurel | 4Runner |
Year Released | 1971 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1815 cc | 4664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 415 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2800 mm |