2008 Ford F-350 vs. 1989 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2008 Ford F-350 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota 4Runner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota 4Runner would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1989 Toyota 4Runner. (112 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 523 kg more than 2008 Ford F-350.
Because 1989 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford F-350. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 2008 Ford F-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota 4Runner. (192 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford F-350 | 1989 Toyota 4Runner | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | F-350 | 4Runner |
Year Released | 2008 | 1989 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5400 cc | 2365 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5770 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2430 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2630 mm |