1976 Ford Falcon vs. 2005 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2005 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (270 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1976 Ford Falcon. (129 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 573 kg more than 1976 Ford Falcon. 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 (434 Nm) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Falcon. (263 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Falcon | 2005 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Falcon | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3273 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1953 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2830 mm |
