1996 Lexus SC vs. 1998 Lexus SC
To start off, 1998 Lexus SC is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lexus SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lexus SC 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 17 more horse power than 1998 Lexus SC. (225 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 1998 Lexus SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lexus SC weights approximately 75 kg more than 1998 Lexus SC. 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 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lexus SC. (290 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1996 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lexus SC.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Lexus SC | 1998 Lexus SC | |
Make | Lexus | Lexus |
Model | SC | SC |
Year Released | 1996 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3969 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.6 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.5 mm | 86 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 | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2700 mm |