1998 Mazda 323 vs. 1994 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 1998 Mazda 323 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Toyota 4Runner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Toyota 4Runner would be higher. At 2,366 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mazda 323 (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1994 Toyota 4Runner. (113 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mazda 323 should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 472 kg more than 1998 Mazda 323.
Because 1994 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Mazda 323. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1994 Toyota 4Runner (192 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda 323. (162 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mazda 323 | 1994 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 323 | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1840 cc | 2366 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1128 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2630 mm |
