1979 Buick Electra vs. 2008 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2008 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Buick Electra would be higher. At 4,942 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota 4Runner (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1979 Buick Electra. (138 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Buick Electra weights approximately 395 kg more than 2008 Toyota 4Runner.
Because 2008 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Buick Electra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Toyota 4Runner (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Buick Electra. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Buick Electra | 2008 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Buick | Toyota |
| Model | Electra | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 236 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2800 mm |
