1996 Lexus SC vs. 2013 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 17 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 85 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. (157 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 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 64 kg more than 1996 Lexus SC.
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 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1996 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Lexus SC | 2013 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Lexus | Toyota |
Model | SC | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3969 cc | 2700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.6 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.5 mm | 95 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1614 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5286 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1835 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3246 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 80 L |