1988 Toyota 4Runner vs. 1959 Rover P5
To start off, 1988 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Rover P5 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Rover P5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Rover P5 (106 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1988 Toyota 4Runner. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Rover P5 should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 246 kg more than 1959 Rover P5.
Because 1988 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Rover P5. 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, 1959 Rover P5 (222 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota 4Runner. (189 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1959 Rover P5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Toyota 4Runner | 1959 Rover P5 | |
| Make | Toyota | Rover |
| Model | 4Runner | P5 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2446 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 189 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 77.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 105 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1584 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2820 mm |
