2007 Toyota 4Runner vs. 1989 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2007 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota 4Runner (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Carina. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 105 kg more than 1989 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Toyota Carina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota 4Runner 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, 2007 Toyota 4Runner (361 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Carina. (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Toyota 4Runner | 1989 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | 4Runner | Carina |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 236 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2530 mm |
