1988 Pontiac Grand Prix 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 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 3,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix (205 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1992 Toyota 4Runner. (112 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 37 kg more than 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Because 1992 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix. 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 Pontiac Grand Prix (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota 4Runner. (192 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Pontiac Grand Prix | 1992 Toyota 4Runner | |
Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
Model | Grand Prix | 4Runner |
Year Released | 1988 | 1992 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3097 cc | 2366 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1602 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2630 mm |