1994 Lancia Kappa vs. 1988 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 1994 Lancia Kappa 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 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Lancia Kappa (175 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1988 Toyota 4Runner. (141 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 340 kg more than 1994 Lancia Kappa.
Because 1988 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Lancia Kappa. 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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Lancia Kappa. (230 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1988 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Lancia Kappa.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Lancia Kappa | 1988 Toyota 4Runner | |
Make | Lancia | Toyota |
Model | Kappa | 4Runner |
Year Released | 1994 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2446 cc | 2958 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 82 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2630 mm |