1999 SsangYong Korando vs. 1988 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 1999 SsangYong Korando is newer by 11 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, 1999 SsangYong Korando (138 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1988 Toyota 4Runner. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 75 kg more than 1999 SsangYong Korando.
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, 1999 SsangYong Korando (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota 4Runner. (189 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 SsangYong Korando | 1988 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | SsangYong | Toyota |
| Model | Korando | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1988 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2295 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.9 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1755 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2630 mm |
