1988 Toyota Supra vs. 2013 Lexus RX
To start off, 2013 Lexus RX is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Supra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Supra would be higher. At 2,952 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Supra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Lexus RX (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Supra. (232 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Supra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Lexus RX weights approximately 420 kg more than 1988 Toyota Supra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Lexus RX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Toyota Supra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Lexus RX 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, 1988 Toyota Supra (351 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Lexus RX. (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1988 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Lexus RX.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Toyota Supra | 2013 Lexus RX | |
Make | Toyota | Lexus |
Model | Supra | RX |
Year Released | 1988 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2952 cc | 211 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | electric |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 351 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 232 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1885 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2740 mm |