1994 Lexus GS vs. 2010 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2010 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Lexus GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Lexus GS would be higher. At 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Tacoma (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1994 Lexus GS. (205 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1994 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Lexus GS weights approximately 390 kg more than 2010 Toyota Tacoma.
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 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Lexus GS. (275 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Lexus GS. 1994 Lexus GS has automatic transmission and 2010 Toyota Tacoma has manual transmission. 2010 Toyota Tacoma will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Lexus GS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Lexus GS | 2010 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Lexus | Toyota |
Model | GS | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1994 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2997 cc | 3956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 236 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 275 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3240 mm |