1979 Simca 1100 vs. 1988 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 1988 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 2,366 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Toyota 4Runner (112 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1979 Simca 1100. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1979 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 720 kg more than 1979 Simca 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Simca 1100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1988 Toyota 4Runner (192 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Simca 1100. (66 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Simca 1100 | 1988 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Simca | Toyota |
| Model | 1100 | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 944 cc | 2366 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2630 mm |
