1994 Oldsmobile Aurora vs. 2011 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2011 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota 4Runner (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora. (251 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 418 kg more than 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Toyota 4Runner (376 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora. (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Oldsmobile Aurora | 2011 Toyota 4Runner | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Toyota |
Model | Aurora | 4Runner |
Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3995 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 251 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 376 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1737 kg | 2155 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 4823 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1925 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1885 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2789 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 87 L |