1997 Tatra T700 vs. 1989 Toyota Lexcen
To start off, 1997 Tatra T700 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Lexcen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Lexcen would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Toyota Lexcen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Tatra T700 (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Lexcen. (171 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Tatra T700 should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Lexcen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Tatra T700 weights approximately 510 kg more than 1989 Toyota Lexcen. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Tatra T700 (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Lexcen. (293 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1997 Tatra T700 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Lexcen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Tatra T700 | 1989 Toyota Lexcen | |
| Make | Tatra | Toyota |
| Model | T700 | Lexcen |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1989 |
| Engine Size | 3495 cc | 3789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2740 mm |
