1990 Toyota Sera vs. 2009 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2009 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 19 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 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Tacoma (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1990 Toyota Sera. (108 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota Sera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 778 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.
Because 2009 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Toyota Sera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2009 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Sera. (132 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Sera. 2009 Toyota Tacoma has automatic transmission and 1990 Toyota Sera has manual transmission. 1990 Toyota Sera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Toyota Tacoma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Toyota Sera | 2009 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Sera | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 236 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 906 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 3250 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 79 L |
