1979 Mazda Montrose vs. 1988 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 1988 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mazda Montrose. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mazda Montrose would be higher. At 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mazda Montrose (90 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1988 Toyota 4Runner. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mazda Montrose should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 760 kg more than 1979 Mazda Montrose.
Because 1988 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Mazda Montrose. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1988 Toyota 4Runner (189 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda Montrose. (153 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda Montrose.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Mazda Montrose | 1988 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | Montrose | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2630 mm |
