2012 Toyota 4Runner vs. 1976 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2012 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota 4Runner (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1976 Ford Falcon. (238 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 578 kg more than 1976 Ford Falcon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 1976 Ford Falcon (422 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota 4Runner. (376 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1976 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Toyota 4Runner | 1976 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Toyota | Ford |
| Model | 4Runner | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1976 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 422 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2053 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4823 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1925 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1816 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2789 mm | 2830 mm |
