1988 Toyota Supra vs. 2012 Dodge Journey
To start off, 2012 Dodge Journey is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Supra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Supra would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Journey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Journey (283 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Supra. (232 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Journey should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Supra.
Because 2012 Dodge Journey is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Toyota Supra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Journey 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, 2012 Dodge Journey (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Supra. (351 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Journey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota Supra. 2012 Dodge Journey has automatic transmission and 1988 Toyota Supra has manual transmission. 1988 Toyota Supra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Dodge Journey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Toyota Supra | 2012 Dodge Journey | |
| Make | Toyota | Dodge |
| Model | Supra | Journey |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2954 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 351 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4887 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1765 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2891 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 78 L |
