1988 Toyota 4Runner vs. 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser

To start off, 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser 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. Both 1988 Toyota 4Runner and 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser are equipped with a 2,366 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Toyota 4Runner (112 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser. (108 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 50 kg more than 1988 Toyota 4Runner.

Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser. (187 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1988 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser.

Compare all specifications:

1988 Toyota 4Runner 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser
Make Toyota Toyota
Model 4Runner Land Cruiser
Year Released 1988 1992
Body Type SUV SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2366 cc 2366 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 112 HP 108 HP
Engine RPM 4600 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 192 Nm 187 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 3400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1600 kg 1650 kg
Vehicle Length 4480 mm 4070 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1750 mm 1920 mm
Wheelbase Size 2630 mm 2320 mm


 

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