2002 Honda Accord vs. 1988 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2002 Honda Accord is newer by 14 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 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (240 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1988 Toyota 4Runner. (112 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 244 kg more than 2002 Honda Accord.
Because 1988 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 2002 Honda Accord (287 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota 4Runner. (192 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Accord | 1988 Toyota 4Runner | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Accord | 4Runner |
Year Released | 2002 | 1988 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2997 cc | 2366 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 287 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 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 | 1356 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2630 mm |