2004 Lexus GX vs. 1990 Toyota Sera
To start off, 2004 Lexus GX is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota Sera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota Sera would be higher. At 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Lexus GX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lexus GX (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1990 Toyota Sera. (108 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lexus GX should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota Sera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lexus GX weights approximately 1214 kg more than 1990 Toyota Sera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Lexus GX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Toyota Sera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Lexus GX will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Lexus GX (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Sera. (132 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2004 Lexus GX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Sera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Lexus GX | 1990 Toyota Sera | |
| Make | Lexus | Toyota |
| Model | GX | Sera |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4663 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 87 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2120 kg | 906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2330 mm |
