2002 Subaru Outback vs. 1988 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2002 Subaru Outback 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Subaru Outback (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1988 Toyota 4Runner. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 340 kg more than 2002 Subaru Outback.
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, 2002 Subaru Outback (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota 4Runner. (189 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Subaru Outback | 1988 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | Outback | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2630 mm |
