1989 Toyota Lexcen vs. 2010 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Actyon is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Lexcen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Lexcen would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Toyota Lexcen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Toyota Lexcen (171 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2010 SsangYong Actyon. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Lexcen should accelerate faster than 2010 SsangYong Actyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 446 kg more than 1989 Toyota Lexcen.
Because 2010 SsangYong Actyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Toyota Lexcen. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Actyon 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, 1989 Toyota Lexcen (293 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 SsangYong Actyon. (214 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1989 Toyota Lexcen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 SsangYong Actyon. 2010 SsangYong Actyon has automatic transmission and 1989 Toyota Lexcen has manual transmission. 1989 Toyota Lexcen will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 SsangYong Actyon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Toyota Lexcen | 2010 SsangYong Actyon | |
| Make | Toyota | SsangYong |
| Model | Lexcen | Actyon |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1776 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2750 mm |
