2003 Honda Fit vs. 1990 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2003 Honda Fit is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota 4Runner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota 4Runner would be higher. At 2,366 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Toyota 4Runner (112 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2003 Honda Fit. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 540 kg more than 2003 Honda Fit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Honda Fit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1990 Toyota 4Runner (193 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Fit. (131 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1990 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Honda Fit | 1990 Toyota 4Runner | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Fit | 4Runner |
Year Released | 2003 | 1990 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1496 cc | 2366 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 193 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2630 mm |