1997 Oldsmobile Aurora vs. 1993 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota 4Runner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota 4Runner would be higher. At 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora (251 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1993 Toyota 4Runner. (112 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora weights approximately 120 kg more than 1993 Toyota 4Runner. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora (353 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota 4Runner. (192 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora | 1993 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Toyota |
| Model | Aurora | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 2365 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2630 mm |
