1989 Toyota 4Runner vs. 2004 Samsung SM5
To start off, 2004 Samsung SM5 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota 4Runner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota 4Runner would be higher. At 2,365 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Samsung SM5 (122 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1989 Toyota 4Runner. (112 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Samsung SM5 should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 274 kg more than 2004 Samsung SM5.
Because 1989 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Samsung SM5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1989 Toyota 4Runner (192 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Samsung SM5. (162 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1989 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Samsung SM5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Toyota 4Runner | 2004 Samsung SM5 | |
| Make | Toyota | Samsung |
| Model | 4Runner | SM5 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2365 cc | 1838 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |
