1989 Toyota Celica vs. 2012 Lexus GX
To start off, 2012 Lexus GX is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Lexus GX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lexus GX (301 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Celica. (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus GX should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lexus GX weights approximately 886 kg more than 1989 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 Lexus GX (446 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Celica. (275 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Lexus GX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Celica. 2012 Lexus GX has automatic transmission and 1989 Toyota Celica has manual transmission. 1989 Toyota Celica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Lexus GX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Toyota Celica | 2012 Lexus GX | |
| Make | Toyota | Lexus |
| Model | Celica | GX |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 446 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 2406 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4806 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1885 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2789 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 87 L |
