2005 Toyota Highlander vs. 1986 Toyota Supra
To start off, 2005 Toyota Highlander is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Supra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Supra would be higher. At 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Toyota Supra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Toyota Supra (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Highlander. (160 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Highlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 144 kg more than 1986 Toyota Supra.
Because 2005 Toyota Highlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Toyota Supra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Highlander 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, 1986 Toyota Supra (259 Nm) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Highlander. (224 Nm). This means 1986 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Highlander | 1986 Toyota Supra | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Highlander | Supra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1986 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2358 cc | 2954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 259 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 91 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1701 kg | 1557 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
