1988 Toyota 4Runner vs. 2011 Volkswagen Rabbit
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Rabbit 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 2,480 cc (5 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Rabbit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Rabbit (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1988 Toyota 4Runner. (112 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Rabbit should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 353 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen Rabbit.
Because 1988 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Volkswagen Rabbit. 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 Volkswagen Rabbit (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota 4Runner. (192 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Rabbit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Toyota 4Runner | 2011 Volkswagen Rabbit | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | 4Runner | Rabbit |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2366 cc | 2480 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 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 | 1600 kg | 1247 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2580 mm |
