1988 Toyota 4Runner vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 20 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 11 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 127 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. 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 2008 Volkswagen Passat. 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 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1988 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Toyota 4Runner | 2008 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | 4Runner | Passat |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2366 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1473 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2720 mm |
