2008 Toyota Aygo vs. 1988 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2008 Toyota Aygo 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 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Toyota 4Runner (141 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Aygo. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Aygo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 925 kg more than 2008 Toyota Aygo. 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 Toyota Aygo. 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 (240 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Aygo. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Aygo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Toyota Aygo | 1988 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Aygo | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3405 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1615 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2630 mm |
