1971 Rover 3.5 Litre vs. 2004 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2004 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre 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 97 more horse power than 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre. (148 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 201 kg more than 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre. 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 (383 Nm) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre. (276 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre | 2004 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Rover | Toyota |
| Model | 3.5 Litre | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3532 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 276 Nm | 383 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 95 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1638 kg | 1839 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2610 mm |
