1978 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2005 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2005 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1978 Chevrolet Caprice. (108 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1978 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 185 kg more than 1978 Chevrolet Caprice. 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 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Chevrolet Caprice. (280 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Chevrolet Caprice | 2005 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Caprice | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2660 mm |
