1986 Nissan Silvia vs. 1988 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 1988 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Nissan Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Nissan Silvia would be higher. At 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Nissan Silvia (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1988 Toyota 4Runner. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Nissan Silvia should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 635 kg more than 1986 Nissan Silvia.
Because 1988 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Nissan Silvia. 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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Silvia. (179 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Silvia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Nissan Silvia | 1988 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Silvia | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1809 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2630 mm |
