2004 Toyota 4Runner vs. 1979 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 2004 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 6,570 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota 4Runner (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1979 Avanti Avanti. (177 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1979 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 340 kg more than 1979 Avanti Avanti. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Avanti Avanti (443 Nm) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota 4Runner. (382 Nm). This means 1979 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Toyota 4Runner | 1979 Avanti Avanti | |
| Make | Toyota | Avanti |
| Model | 4Runner | Avanti |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1979 |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 6570 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 382 Nm | 443 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2780 mm |
