1988 Toyota 4Runner vs. 1988 Holden Commodore

To start off, both 1988 Toyota 4Runner and 1988 Holden Commodore were released in the same year (1988). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,044 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Holden Commodore (164 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1988 Toyota 4Runner. (112 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 220 kg more than 1988 Holden Commodore.

Because 1988 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Holden Commodore. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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 Holden Commodore (324 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota 4Runner. (192 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1988 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota 4Runner.

Compare all specifications:

1988 Toyota 4Runner 1988 Holden Commodore
Make Toyota Holden
Model 4Runner Commodore
Year Released 1988 1988
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2366 cc 5044 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 112 HP 164 HP
Engine RPM 4600 RPM 4400 RPM
Torque 192 Nm 324 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 3200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1600 kg 1380 kg
Vehicle Length 4480 mm 4860 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1750 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 2630 mm 2740 mm