2009 Land Rover LR3 vs. 1989 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2009 Land Rover LR3 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota 4Runner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota 4Runner would be higher. At 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover LR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover LR3 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1989 Toyota 4Runner. (112 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota 4Runner.
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, 2009 Land Rover LR3 (316 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota 4Runner. (192 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover LR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Land Rover LR3 | 1989 Toyota 4Runner | |
Make | Land Rover | Toyota |
Model | LR3 | 4Runner |
Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4394 cc | 2365 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 316 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |