1996 Lexus SC vs. 1985 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1996 Lexus SC is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 3,969 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lexus SC (242 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Celica. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lexus SC weights approximately 428 kg more than 1985 Toyota Celica. 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, 1996 Lexus SC (365 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Celica. (131 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Lexus SC | 1985 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Lexus | Toyota |
Model | SC | Celica |
Year Released | 1996 | 1985 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3969 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.6 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.5 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1122 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 75 L |