2004 Skoda Fabia vs. 1994 Toyota Lexcen
To start off, 2004 Skoda Fabia is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Toyota Lexcen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Toyota Lexcen would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Toyota Lexcen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Toyota Lexcen (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2004 Skoda Fabia. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Toyota Lexcen should accelerate faster than 2004 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Toyota Lexcen weights approximately 185 kg more than 2004 Skoda Fabia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Toyota Lexcen 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 1994 Toyota Lexcen. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Skoda Fabia, 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, 1994 Toyota Lexcen (295 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Skoda Fabia. (126 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1994 Toyota Lexcen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Skoda Fabia | 1994 Toyota Lexcen | |
| Make | Skoda | Toyota |
| Model | Fabia | Lexcen |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2740 mm |
