1990 Toyota Sera vs. 2005 Toyota Ipsum
To start off, 2005 Toyota Ipsum is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota Sera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota Sera would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Ipsum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Ipsum (157 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1990 Toyota Sera. (108 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Ipsum should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota Sera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Ipsum weights approximately 888 kg more than 1990 Toyota Sera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2005 Toyota Ipsum (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Sera. (132 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Ipsum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Sera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Toyota Sera | 2005 Toyota Ipsum | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Sera | Ipsum |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 906 kg | 1794 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 61 L |
