2008 Toyota Highlander vs. 1993 Toyota Cressida
To start off, 2008 Toyota Highlander is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Cressida. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Cressida would be higher. At 3,311 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Highlander (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Cressida. (217 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Cressida. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota Cressida weights approximately 65 kg more than 2008 Toyota Highlander.
Because 2008 Toyota Highlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Toyota Cressida. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Highlander 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 Toyota Highlander (287 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Cressida. (279 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Cressida.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Toyota Highlander | 1993 Toyota Cressida | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Highlander | Cressida |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1993 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3311 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2740 mm |
