1988 Toyota 4Runner vs. 2007 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Toyota Corolla is newer by 19 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 2,366 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Toyota 4Runner (112 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Corolla. (89 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 410 kg more than 2007 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Toyota Corolla. 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 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Corolla. (190 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1988 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Toyota 4Runner | 2007 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | 4Runner | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2366 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2610 mm |
