2008 Mazda CX-7 vs. 1992 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2008 Mazda CX-7 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Toyota 4Runner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Toyota 4Runner would be higher. At 2,366 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda CX-7 (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1992 Toyota 4Runner. (112 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda CX-7 should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 422 kg more than 2008 Mazda CX-7.
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, 2008 Mazda CX-7 (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota 4Runner. (192 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda CX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda CX-7 | 1992 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | CX-7 | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1992 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 2366 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1602 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2630 mm |
