1987 Toyota Crown vs. 1996 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 1996 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,982 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Toyota Crown (190 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1996 Toyota 4Runner. (123 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 270 kg more than 1987 Toyota Crown.
Because 1996 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Toyota Crown. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Toyota 4Runner (295 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Crown. (255 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Toyota Crown | 1996 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Crown | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2954 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 21.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
