1988 Toyota 4Runner vs. 1992 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1992 Toyota Camry is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota 4Runner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota 4Runner would be higher. At 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Toyota Camry (129 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1988 Toyota 4Runner. (112 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 55 kg more than 1992 Toyota Camry.
Because 1988 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Toyota Camry. 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 Toyota 4Runner (192 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Camry. (142 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1988 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Toyota 4Runner | 1992 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | 4Runner | Camry |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1992 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2366 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2630 mm |
