1972 Ford Fairlane vs. 2010 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2010 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota 4Runner (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1972 Ford Fairlane. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 603 kg more than 1972 Ford Fairlane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Ford Fairlane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Toyota 4Runner (376 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Fairlane. (326 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Fairlane | 2010 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Fairlane | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4097 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2053 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4823 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1816 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2789 mm |
