2002 GMC Envoy vs. 1992 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2002 GMC Envoy is newer by 10 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 GMC Envoy (286 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1992 Toyota 4Runner. (112 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 GMC Envoy weights approximately 668 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, 2002 GMC Envoy (448 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota 4Runner. (192 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
2002 GMC Envoy | 1992 Toyota 4Runner | |
Make | GMC | Toyota |
Model | Envoy | 4Runner |
Year Released | 2002 | 1992 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 2366 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 448 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 2270 kg | 1602 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2630 mm |