2005 Toyota 4Runner vs. 1971 Volkswagen 411
To start off, 2005 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Volkswagen 411. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Volkswagen 411 would be higher. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (270 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1971 Volkswagen 411. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1971 Volkswagen 411. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 930 kg more than 1971 Volkswagen 411. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (434 Nm) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Volkswagen 411. (135 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Volkswagen 411.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota 4Runner | 1971 Volkswagen 411 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | 4Runner | 411 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4671 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2510 mm |
