1972 Morgan 4 vs. 2012 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2012 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota 4Runner (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1972 Morgan 4. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1972 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 1336 kg more than 1972 Morgan 4. 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, 2012 Toyota 4Runner (376 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Morgan 4. (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Morgan 4. 2012 Toyota 4Runner has automatic transmission and 1972 Morgan 4 has manual transmission. 1972 Morgan 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Toyota 4Runner will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Morgan 4 | 2012 Toyota 4Runner | |
Make | Morgan | Toyota |
Model | 4 | 4Runner |
Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 376 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1996 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4823 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1925 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1816 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2789 mm |