1992 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1988 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 1992 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 4 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 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chevrolet Lumina (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1988 Toyota 4Runner. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 289 kg more than 1992 Chevrolet Lumina.
Because 1988 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Chevrolet Lumina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1992 Chevrolet Lumina (292 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota 4Runner. (189 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Chevrolet Lumina | 1988 Toyota 4Runner | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Lumina | 4Runner |
Year Released | 1992 | 1988 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3350 cc | 2446 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 189 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1541 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2630 mm |