1972 Reliant Rebel vs. 2005 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2005 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Reliant Rebel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Reliant Rebel would be higher. At 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (245 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1972 Reliant Rebel. (31 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1972 Reliant Rebel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 1260 kg more than 1972 Reliant Rebel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (382 Nm) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Reliant Rebel. (53 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Reliant Rebel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Reliant Rebel | 2005 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Reliant | Toyota |
| Model | Rebel | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 701 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 53 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 60.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 95 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2800 mm |
