1988 Toyota Carina vs. 2009 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2009 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota 4Runner (260 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Carina. (126 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota Carina weights approximately 105 kg more than 2009 Toyota 4Runner.
Because 2009 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Toyota Carina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Toyota 4Runner (415 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Carina. (183 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota Carina. 2009 Toyota 4Runner has automatic transmission and 1988 Toyota Carina has manual transmission. 1988 Toyota Carina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Toyota 4Runner will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Toyota Carina | 2009 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Carina | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 415 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2800 mm |
