1972 Ford Cortina vs. 2009 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2009 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 37 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 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota 4Runner (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1972 Ford Cortina. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 288 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.
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 (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Cortina. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Cortina. 2009 Toyota 4Runner has automatic transmission and 1972 Ford Cortina has manual transmission. 1972 Ford Cortina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Toyota 4Runner will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Cortina | 2009 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Cortina | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 236 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 87 L |
