1979 Talbot Sunbeam-Lotus vs. 2009 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2009 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Talbot Sunbeam-Lotus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Talbot Sunbeam-Lotus would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota 4Runner (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1979 Talbot Sunbeam-Lotus. (150 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1979 Talbot Sunbeam-Lotus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 370 kg more than 1979 Talbot Sunbeam-Lotus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Toyota 4Runner (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Talbot Sunbeam-Lotus. (203 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Talbot Sunbeam-Lotus. 2009 Toyota 4Runner has automatic transmission and 1979 Talbot Sunbeam-Lotus has manual transmission. 1979 Talbot Sunbeam-Lotus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Toyota 4Runner will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Talbot Sunbeam-Lotus | 2009 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Talbot | Toyota |
| Model | Sunbeam-Lotus | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2170 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 236 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 87 L |
