2005 Toyota 4Runner vs. 1988 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2005 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (245 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Carina. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 766 kg more than 1988 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (382 Nm) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Carina. (135 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota 4Runner | 1988 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | 4Runner | Carina |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1988 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 382 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.1 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 70 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1846 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2530 mm |
