1985 Dodge 600 vs. 2012 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2012 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Dodge 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Dodge 600 would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota 4Runner (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1985 Dodge 600. (97 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1985 Dodge 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 791 kg more than 1985 Dodge 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Dodge 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Toyota 4Runner (376 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Dodge 600. (180 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Dodge 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Dodge 600 | 2012 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | 600 | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4823 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1816 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2789 mm |
