2000 Ford Equator vs. 1988 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2000 Ford Equator is newer by 12 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, 1988 Toyota 4Runner (141 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2000 Ford Equator. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Equator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 582 kg more than 2000 Ford Equator. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Toyota 4Runner (240 Nm) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Equator. (160 Nm). This means 1988 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Equator.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Equator | 1988 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Equator | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1787 cc | 2958 cc |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 1790 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3260 mm | 2630 mm |
