1993 Honda Civic Del Sol vs. 2004 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2004 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol would be higher. At 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota 4Runner (245 HP) has 143 more horse power than 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol. (102 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 802 kg more than 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Toyota 4Runner (382 Nm) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol. (133 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol | 2004 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Civic Del Sol | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 245 HP |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1118 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2830 mm |
