1988 Toyota 4Runner vs. 1999 Toyota Solara
To start off, 1999 Toyota Solara is newer by 11 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Solara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Solara (190 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1988 Toyota 4Runner. (141 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Solara should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 330 kg more than 1999 Toyota Solara.
Because 1988 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Toyota Solara. 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, 1999 Toyota Solara (290 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota 4Runner. (240 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Solara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Toyota 4Runner | 1999 Toyota Solara | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | 4Runner | Solara |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2958 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 87.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2680 mm |
