1988 Toyota 4Runner vs. 2011 Honda Civic
To start off, 2011 Honda Civic is newer by 23 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 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1988 Toyota 4Runner. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 611 kg more than 2011 Honda Civic.
Because 1988 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Honda Civic. 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 (189 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Civic. (173 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1988 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Toyota 4Runner | 2011 Honda Civic | |
Make | Toyota | Honda |
Model | 4Runner | Civic |
Year Released | 1988 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2446 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 189 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1219 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4503 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1753 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1435 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2700 mm |