1998 Abarth Stola vs. 1988 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 1998 Abarth Stola is newer by 10 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, 1998 Abarth Stola (276 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1988 Toyota 4Runner. (141 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Abarth Stola should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 990 kg more than 1998 Abarth Stola.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1998 Abarth Stola (345 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota 4Runner. (240 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1998 Abarth Stola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Abarth Stola | 1988 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Abarth | Toyota |
| Model | Stola | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1988 |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1750 mm |
