I had an 85' extracab for my first toyota. I now have an 87' 4runner and I feel like it is an upgrade from the extra-cab. I didn't like the longer wheelbase. It seemed to hinder the offroad performance in tight areas where rocks, trees or other obstacles require tight turns. The 4runner has more interior room but can still haul stuff in the back. I always felt like those death seats in the back of an 89-95 extra-cab were pointless. The seats in the back of a 4runner are made for adults. I have carried 4 adults with me in my 4runner. That can't be done with an extra-cab unless they ride in the bed.