1990 Ford Mustang vs. 2006 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2006 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 3,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota 4Runner (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1990 Ford Mustang. (89 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Mustang weights approximately 65 kg more than 2006 Toyota 4Runner.
Because 2006 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Toyota 4Runner (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Mustang. (176 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Mustang | 2006 Toyota 4Runner | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Mustang | 4Runner |
Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2301 cc | 3998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 236 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2800 mm |