1990 Toyota 4Runner vs. 2012 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 22 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 2,366 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Elantra (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1990 Toyota 4Runner. (112 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Elantra should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 268 kg more than 2012 Hyundai Elantra.
Because 1990 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Hyundai Elantra. 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 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai Elantra. (184 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1990 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai Elantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Toyota 4Runner | 2012 Hyundai Elantra | |
| Make | Toyota | Hyundai |
| Model | 4Runner | Elantra |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2366 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4486 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1519 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2700 mm |
