1990 Toyota 4Runner vs. 1988 Toyota Model F
To start off, 1990 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Model F. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Model F would be higher. At 2,366 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Toyota 4Runner (112 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Model F. (76 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Model F. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 300 kg more than 1988 Toyota Model F. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Toyota Model F. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1990 Toyota 4Runner (193 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Model F. (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1990 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota Model F.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Toyota 4Runner | 1988 Toyota Model F | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | 4Runner | Model F |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2366 cc | 1812 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2240 mm |
