1972 Ford Cortina vs. 2004 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2004 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Cortina 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 189 more horse power than 1972 Ford Cortina. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 795 kg more than 1972 Ford Cortina. 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 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Cortina. (91 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Cortina | 2004 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Cortina | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 383 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 95 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1839 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 87 L |
