1995 Toyota 4Runner vs. 2012 Nissan 370Z
To start off, 2012 Nissan 370Z is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Toyota 4Runner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Toyota 4Runner would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan 370Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan 370Z (332 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1995 Toyota 4Runner. (112 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan 370Z should accelerate faster than 1995 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 22 kg more than 2012 Nissan 370Z.
Because 1995 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Nissan 370Z. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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 Nissan 370Z (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Toyota 4Runner. (192 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan 370Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Toyota 4Runner | 2012 Nissan 370Z | |
| Make | Toyota | Nissan |
| Model | 4Runner | 370Z |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2366 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 332 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1578 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4247 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1326 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2550 mm |
