2005 Lexus GS vs. 1986 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2005 Lexus GS is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lexus GS (201 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Carina. (100 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lexus GS weights approximately 590 kg more than 1986 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Lexus GS 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 2005 Lexus GS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Carina, 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, 2005 Lexus GS (302 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Carina. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lexus GS | 1986 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Lexus | Toyota |
| Model | GS | Carina |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 1832 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 302 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2520 mm |
