1979 Toyota Corsa vs. 2004 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2004 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 3,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota 4Runner (242 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 1085 kg more than 1979 Toyota Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Toyota 4Runner (382 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Toyota Corsa | 2004 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Corsa | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1450 cc | 3995 cc |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2800 mm |
