2001 Toyota Camry vs. 1989 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2001 Toyota Camry is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota 4Runner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota 4Runner would be higher. At 2,365 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Camry (157 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1989 Toyota 4Runner. (112 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 180 kg more than 2001 Toyota Camry.
Because 1989 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Toyota Camry. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 2001 Toyota Camry (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota 4Runner. (192 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Toyota Camry | 1989 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Camry | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2362 cc | 2365 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 220 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 | 1420 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2630 mm |
