1988 Ford Thunderbird vs. 1992 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 1992 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Thunderbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Thunderbird would be higher. At 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ford Thunderbird (140 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1992 Toyota 4Runner. (112 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 4 kg more than 1992 Toyota 4Runner. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Ford Thunderbird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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 Ford Thunderbird (292 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota 4Runner. (192 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Thunderbird | 1992 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Thunderbird | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3797 cc | 2366 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1606 kg | 1602 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2630 mm |
