1972 Nissan Fairlady 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 Nissan Fairlady. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Nissan Fairlady would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota 4Runner (260 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Fairlady. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Fairlady. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 335 kg more than 1972 Nissan Fairlady. 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 (415 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Fairlady. (175 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Fairlady.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Nissan Fairlady | 2009 Toyota 4Runner | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Fairlady | 4Runner |
Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 415 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2800 mm |