1996 Toyota Cresta vs. 2013 Scion tC
To start off, 2013 Scion tC is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Cresta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Cresta would be higher. At 2,494 cc (16 cylinders), 2013 Scion tC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Cresta (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2013 Scion tC. (178 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Cresta should accelerate faster than 2013 Scion tC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Cresta weights approximately 43 kg more than 2013 Scion tC. 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 Toyota Cresta (255 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Scion tC. (235 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Cresta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Scion tC. 1996 Toyota Cresta has automatic transmission and 2013 Scion tC has manual transmission. 2013 Scion tC will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Toyota Cresta will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Toyota Cresta | 2013 Scion tC | |
| Make | Toyota | Scion |
| Model | Cresta | tC |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 98 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1377 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1795 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2700 mm |
