2004 Porsche 911 vs. 1988 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2004 Porsche 911 is newer by 16 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 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (315 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1988 Toyota 4Runner. (141 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 365 kg more than 2004 Porsche 911.
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, 2004 Porsche 911 (370 Nm) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota 4Runner. (240 Nm). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Porsche 911 | 1988 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | 911 | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3589 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2630 mm |
