1988 Toyota 4Runner vs. 2010 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 22 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), 1988 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai Tucson (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1988 Toyota 4Runner. (141 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 337 kg more than 2010 Hyundai Tucson.
Because 1988 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Hyundai Tucson. 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 (240 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai Tucson. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Toyota 4Runner | 2010 Hyundai Tucson | |
| Make | Toyota | Hyundai |
| Model | 4Runner | Tucson |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2958 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1453 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4399 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1656 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2639 mm |
