1996 Lexus LX vs. 1996 Toyota Carina
To start off, both 1996 Lexus LX and 1996 Toyota Carina were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Lexus LX is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lexus LX weights approximately 1284 kg more than 1996 Toyota Carina.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1996 Lexus LX (373 Nm) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Carina. (136 Nm). This means 1996 Lexus LX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Carina. 1996 Lexus LX has automatic transmission and 1996 Toyota Carina has manual transmission. 1996 Toyota Carina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Lexus LX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Lexus LX | 1996 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Lexus | Toyota |
| Model | LX | Carina |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4498 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 105 HP |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2430 kg | 1146 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1420 mm |
