2009 Honda Accord vs. 1988 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 21 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, 2009 Honda Accord (154 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1988 Toyota 4Runner. (141 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 290 kg more than 2009 Honda Accord.
Because 1988 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Honda Accord. 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 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Accord. (192 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1988 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Accord | 1988 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Accord | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96.9 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2630 mm |
