1992 Hyundai Lantra vs. 1988 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 1992 Hyundai Lantra 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 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Toyota 4Runner (141 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1992 Hyundai Lantra. (126 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1992 Hyundai Lantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 590 kg more than 1992 Hyundai Lantra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Hyundai Lantra. 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, 1988 Toyota 4Runner (240 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Hyundai Lantra. (165 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1988 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Hyundai Lantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Hyundai Lantra | 1988 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Lantra | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1835 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.5 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 82 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2630 mm |
