1980 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1988 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 1988 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 3,753 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Chevrolet Caprice (114 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1988 Toyota 4Runner. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 250 kg more than 1980 Chevrolet Caprice.
Because 1988 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Chevrolet Caprice. 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, 1980 Chevrolet Caprice (237 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota 4Runner. (189 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1980 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Chevrolet Caprice | 1988 Toyota 4Runner | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Caprice | 4Runner |
Year Released | 1980 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3753 cc | 2446 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 189 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2630 mm |