1988 Toyota 4Runner vs. 2012 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2012 Nissan Titan is newer by 24 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 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1988 Toyota 4Runner. (112 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Titan weights approximately 690 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota 4Runner. (192 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Toyota 4Runner | 2012 Nissan Titan | |
Make | Toyota | Nissan |
Model | 4Runner | Titan |
Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2366 cc | 5551 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 192 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 2290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 4060 mm |