1991 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 1988 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 1991 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota 4Runner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota 4Runner would be higher. At 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Toyota 4Runner (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1991 Mitsubishi Lancer. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1991 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 850 kg more than 1991 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Toyota 4Runner (189 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mitsubishi Lancer. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Mitsubishi Lancer | 1988 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Lancer | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2630 mm |
