1999 Dodge Sidewinder vs. 1996 Lexus SC
To start off, 1999 Dodge Sidewinder is newer by 3 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 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1999 Dodge Sidewinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Dodge Sidewinder (631 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 371 more horse power than 1996 Lexus SC. (260 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Sidewinder should accelerate faster than 1996 Lexus SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lexus SC weights approximately 388 kg more than 1999 Dodge Sidewinder.
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, 1999 Dodge Sidewinder (720 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lexus SC. (370 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Dodge Sidewinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lexus SC.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Dodge Sidewinder | 1996 Lexus SC | |
Make | Dodge | Lexus |
Model | Sidewinder | SC |
Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7990 cc | 3969 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 631 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 720 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1638 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2700 mm |