2008 Fiat Punto vs. 1988 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2008 Fiat Punto is newer by 20 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 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Toyota 4Runner (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Punto. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 885 kg more than 2008 Fiat Punto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Fiat Punto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1988 Toyota 4Runner (189 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Punto. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Punto | 1988 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Punto | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.9 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2630 mm |
