v6 is easier to work on not having to mess with carb. Also around here that 4 cylinder will get bog down and you will wish you had the extra power. Not saying the v6 has a ton of power. Not to mention with the v6 models you get a little bit beefier suspension and axle parts. There is a few of us Carolina peeps if you need a hand give us a buzz. I do not think it is to bad. Drive it. It will tell you if there is something wrong.

91 Montero LS "Sandstorm", Auto, Dual Bouncy Seats, 2" Suspension lift, 2" Body Lift, GENII front IFS, 32" MT tires

89 Raider "Trailbreaker", 3.0, Auto, Dual Bouncy Seats