2001 Toyota Pod vs. 1984 Toyota Model F
To start off, 2001 Toyota Pod is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Model F. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Model F would be higher. At 1,812 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Toyota Model F is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Pod (201 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Model F. (76 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Pod should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Model F. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Toyota Model F weights approximately 356 kg more than 2001 Toyota Pod.
Because 1984 Toyota Model F is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1984 Toyota Model F. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Pod, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 Toyota Pod (430 Nm) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Model F. (140 Nm). This means 2001 Toyota Pod will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Model F.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Toyota Pod | 1984 Toyota Model F | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Pod | Model F |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1812 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.7 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 944 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2240 mm |
