1998 Lexus SC vs. 1993 Nissan Presea
To start off, 1998 Lexus SC is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Nissan Presea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Nissan Presea would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lexus SC (225 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1993 Nissan Presea. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 1993 Nissan Presea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lexus SC weights approximately 485 kg more than 1993 Nissan Presea. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Lexus SC is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 Lexus SC. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Nissan Presea, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1998 Lexus SC (290 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Nissan Presea. (125 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Nissan Presea.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Lexus SC | 1993 Nissan Presea | |
Make | Lexus | Nissan |
Model | SC | Presea |
Year Released | 1998 | 1993 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2997 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2510 mm |