1988 Suzuki Vitara vs. 1993 Toyota Lexcen
To start off, 1993 Toyota Lexcen is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Suzuki Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Suzuki Vitara would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Lexcen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota Lexcen (174 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1988 Suzuki Vitara. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Lexcen should accelerate faster than 1988 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota Lexcen weights approximately 350 kg more than 1988 Suzuki Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Toyota Lexcen. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Suzuki Vitara will offer significantly more control. 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, 1993 Toyota Lexcen (295 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Suzuki Vitara. (123 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1993 Toyota Lexcen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Suzuki Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Suzuki Vitara | 1993 Toyota Lexcen | |
| Make | Suzuki | Toyota |
| Model | Vitara | Lexcen |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2740 mm |
