1993 Daihatsu Fourtrak TDX vs. 2008 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2008 Toyota Highlander is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Daihatsu Fourtrak TDX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Daihatsu Fourtrak TDX would be higher. At 3,546 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Highlander (270 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1993 Daihatsu Fourtrak TDX. (101 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1993 Daihatsu Fourtrak TDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 911 kg more than 1993 Daihatsu Fourtrak TDX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Toyota Highlander (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Daihatsu Fourtrak TDX. (245 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Daihatsu Fourtrak TDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Daihatsu Fourtrak TDX | 2008 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
| Model | Fourtrak TDX | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2765 cc | 3546 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 2581 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 73 L |
