1974 Ford Cortina vs. 2005 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2005 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 3,948 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (245 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1974 Ford Cortina. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 1001 kg more than 1974 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Ford Cortina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota 4Runner will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (382 Nm) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ford Cortina. (91 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Ford Cortina | 2005 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Cortina | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 3948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1946 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 87 L |
