1994 Toyota 4Runner vs. 1971 Volkswagen 1600
To start off, 1994 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Volkswagen 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Volkswagen 1600 would be higher. At 2,366 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Toyota 4Runner (113 HP) has 60 more horse power than 1971 Volkswagen 1600. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1971 Volkswagen 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 625 kg more than 1971 Volkswagen 1600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Volkswagen 1600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1994 Toyota 4Runner (192 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Volkswagen 1600. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1994 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Volkswagen 1600.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Toyota 4Runner | 1971 Volkswagen 1600 | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | 4Runner | 1600 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2366 cc | 1584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 53 HP |
Torque | 192 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2520 mm |