1994 Ford Fairlane vs. 1988 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 1994 Ford Fairlane is newer by 6 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 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Fairlane (198 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1988 Toyota 4Runner. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 220 kg more than 1994 Ford Fairlane.
Because 1988 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Ford Fairlane. 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, 1994 Ford Fairlane (348 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota 4Runner. (189 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Fairlane | 1988 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Fairlane | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3983 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 348 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2630 mm |
