2007 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1988 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 19 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 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (316 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1988 Toyota 4Runner. (141 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 40 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Silverado.
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, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (458 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota 4Runner. (240 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Silverado | 1988 Toyota 4Runner | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Silverado | 4Runner |
Year Released | 2007 | 1988 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5326 cc | 2958 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 316 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 458 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 82 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6330 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 2630 mm |