1981 Seat 127 vs. 1990 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 1990 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Seat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Seat 127 would be higher. At 2,366 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Toyota 4Runner (112 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1981 Seat 127. (47 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1981 Seat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 895 kg more than 1981 Seat 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Seat 127. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1990 Toyota 4Runner (193 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Seat 127. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Seat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Seat 127 | 1990 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Seat | Toyota |
| Model | 127 | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 901 cc | 2366 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2630 mm |
