1976 Honda Civic vs. 2007 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2007 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Honda Civic would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota 4Runner (260 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1976 Honda Civic. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1976 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 580 kg more than 1976 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Toyota 4Runner (415 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Honda Civic. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Honda Civic | 2007 Toyota 4Runner | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Civic | 4Runner |
Year Released | 1976 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1169 cc | 4664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 415 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2800 mm |