1986 Plymouth Turismo vs. 2007 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2007 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Plymouth Turismo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Plymouth Turismo would be higher. At 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota 4Runner (237 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1986 Plymouth Turismo. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1986 Plymouth Turismo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 24 kg more than 1986 Plymouth Turismo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Plymouth Turismo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Toyota 4Runner (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Plymouth Turismo. (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Plymouth Turismo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Plymouth Turismo | 2007 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Plymouth | Toyota |
| Model | Turismo | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1592 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2800 mm |
