1995 Lexus SC vs. 2013 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Lexus SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Lexus SC would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lexus SC (242 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. (233 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 284 kg more than 1995 Lexus SC.
Because 2013 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Lexus SC. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 1995 Lexus SC (365 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Lexus SC | 2013 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Lexus | Toyota |
| Model | SC | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3967 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 233 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.5 mm | 95 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1834 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5286 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1775 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3246 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 80 L |
