1972 Ford GT 40 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 GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford GT 40 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2004 Toyota 4Runner. (245 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 960 kg more than 1972 Ford GT 40.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Toyota 4Runner (382 Nm) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford GT 40 | 2004 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | GT 40 | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 980 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 87 L |
