1999 Toyota 4Runner vs. 1969 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 1999 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 TVR Tuscan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 TVR Tuscan would be higher. At 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 TVR Tuscan (134 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1999 Toyota 4Runner. (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 929 kg more than 1969 TVR Tuscan.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Toyota 4Runner (290 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 TVR Tuscan. (260 Nm). This means 1999 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 TVR Tuscan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Toyota 4Runner | 1969 TVR Tuscan | |
| Make | Toyota | TVR |
| Model | 4Runner | Tuscan |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1969 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3400 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1839 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 68 L |
