2002 Acura RSX vs. 1994 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2002 Acura RSX is newer by 8 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, 2002 Acura RSX (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1994 Toyota 4Runner. (113 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 378 kg more than 2002 Acura RSX.
Because 1994 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Acura RSX. 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 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura RSX. (191 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura RSX.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Acura RSX | 1994 Toyota 4Runner | |
Make | Acura | Toyota |
Model | RSX | 4Runner |
Year Released | 2002 | 1994 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2366 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 191 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1222 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2630 mm |