I sold my 2nd gen a few months back and am now back in the market for something new. I was thinking about going back to the 2nd gen simply because I have the best idea of their capabilities off road compared to other used 4x4's out there.
That said I was also looking at similar make Pathfinders, Rodeos and Troopers around the 2-3k price tag that current 2nd gen's are running. Does anyone have any experience with any of these who could give me an objective comparison so I make the best purchase? My objective is to, with whatever I buy, to use it for a wide range of off-roading activities.

Thanks!

 

3RD GEN !!
3.4 with supercharger !!

oh but doesnt honda make something like what you mentioned, i would look for one of those if you really dont want another runner

 

What's your spending limit? My vote is FJ40 or FJ Cruiser. is you don't have a large spending limit, then yes...2nd gen.

 

oops edited: Budget is 2-3k... that's about what 2nd geners are running for

Yes Honda Passport is the same as a Pathfinder in that year range (90-95), but Pathfinders are much more common and usually just a bit cheaper.

 

Are you thinking of the honda passport? Which is a Izusu Rodeo rebadged

 

I'm thinking of an early- mid 90's Pathfinder, Trooper, Rodeo, Passport... I'd be glad to go with a 2nd gen T4R again, but I'm open minded. I'm curious if the above are capable off road compared to a 2nd gen. what are the pros and cons... etc.

 

Yess, i knew they were very similar.
To tell you the truth i know nothing about said vehicles off road capabilities, i would think about reliability first, no ?
Not saying that any of them arent good vehicles, im just a toyota whore

 

No way in hell would I have another 2nd gen 4Runner.

1st gen runner or 3rd gen truck (89-95) would be my recommendation. More capable offroad than the 2nd gen runner if that's your primary concern.

 

How come your looking for another 2nd Gen runner if you just sold yours a few months ago? Just curious.

 

Lets take a vote, first gen runner vs third gen truck.

My vote : 86 runner 22-ret, that would be baller status

 

honestly... toy's are just where it's at!!