1992 Lexus SC vs. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Lexus SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Lexus SC would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado (300 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1992 Lexus SC. (225 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1992 Lexus SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 78 kg more than 1992 Lexus SC. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 Chevrolet Colorado (433 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Lexus SC. (285 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Lexus SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Lexus SC | 2012 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | Lexus | Chevrolet |
| Model | SC | Colorado |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 433 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1622 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3210 mm |
