1986 Suzuki Samurai 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 Suzuki Samurai. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Suzuki Samurai would be higher. At 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Toyota 4Runner (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1986 Suzuki Samurai. (69 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1986 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 900 kg more than 1986 Suzuki Samurai. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Suzuki Samurai. (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Suzuki Samurai | 1988 Toyota 4Runner | |
Make | Suzuki | Toyota |
Model | Samurai | 4Runner |
Year Released | 1986 | 1988 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2446 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 189 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2630 mm |