1993 Toyota Lexcen vs. 2010 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2010 Nissan Frontier is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Lexcen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Lexcen would be higher. At 3,952 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Lexcen. (174 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Lexcen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 956 kg more than 1993 Toyota Lexcen. 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, 2010 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Lexcen. (295 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Lexcen.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Toyota Lexcen | 2010 Nissan Frontier | |
Make | Toyota | Nissan |
Model | Lexcen | Frontier |
Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3952 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 174 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 295 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 2316 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3200 mm |