1990 Toyota 4Runner vs. 2010 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2010 Porsche Boxster is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota 4Runner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota 4Runner would be higher. At 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche Boxster (310 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1990 Toyota 4Runner. (112 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 249 kg more than 2010 Porsche Boxster.
Because 1990 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Porsche Boxster. 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, 2010 Porsche Boxster (360 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota 4Runner. (193 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Toyota 4Runner | 2010 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Toyota | Porsche |
| Model | 4Runner | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2366 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1351 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4371 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1293 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2416 mm |
