2008 Toyota Tacoma vs. 1990 Toyota Model F
To start off, 2008 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota Model F. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota Model F would be higher. At 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Tacoma (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1990 Toyota Model F. (76 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota Model F.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Model F. (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Model F. 1990 Toyota Model F has automatic transmission and 2008 Toyota Tacoma has manual transmission. 2008 Toyota Tacoma will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Toyota Model F will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Toyota Tacoma | 1990 Toyota Model F | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Tacoma | Model F |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3956 cc | 1812 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 236 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3240 mm | 2240 mm |
