2008 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 1992 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser (201 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1992 Toyota 4Runner. (112 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 918 kg more than 1992 Toyota 4Runner. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Toyota Land Cruiser (430 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota 4Runner. (192 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | 1992 Toyota 4Runner | |
Make | Toyota | Toyota |
Model | Land Cruiser | 4Runner |
Year Released | 2008 | 1992 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4164 cc | 2366 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 430 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2520 kg | 1602 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2630 mm |