2006 Toyota Highlander vs. 1986 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2006 Toyota Highlander is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Hilux. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Hilux would be higher. At 3,308 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Highlander (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Hilux. (122 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 40 kg more than 2006 Toyota Highlander.
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, 2006 Toyota Highlander (301 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Hilux. (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Hilux.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Toyota Highlander | 1986 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Highlander | Hilux |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1986 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3308 cc | 2237 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 73 L |
