1995 Ford Scorpio vs. 1988 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 1995 Ford Scorpio is newer by 7 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 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Scorpio (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1988 Toyota 4Runner. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Scorpio should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 594 kg more than 1995 Ford Scorpio.
Because 1988 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Ford Scorpio. 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 (189 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Scorpio. (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1988 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Scorpio | 1988 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Scorpio | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1236 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1750 mm |
