1988 Toyota 4Runner vs. 2011 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2011 Kia Carnival 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 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Carnival (142 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1988 Toyota 4Runner. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Carnival weights approximately 390 kg more than 1988 Toyota 4Runner. 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 2011 Kia Carnival. 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, 2011 Kia Carnival (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota 4Runner. (189 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Toyota 4Runner | 2011 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | Toyota | Kia |
| Model | 4Runner | Carnival |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2446 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8800 RPM |
| Torque | 189 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 98 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 2220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2910 mm |
