1972 Simca 1000 vs. 2008 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2008 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota 4Runner (237 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 492 kg more than 1972 Simca 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Toyota 4Runner (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (98 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Simca 1000 | 2008 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Simca | Toyota |
| Model | 1000 | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1352 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2800 mm |
