2005 Lexus SC vs. 1985 Toyota Model F
To start off, 2005 Lexus SC is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Toyota Model F. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Toyota Model F would be higher. At 4,292 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lexus SC (278 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Model F. (79 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Model F. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lexus SC weights approximately 440 kg more than 1985 Toyota Model F. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Lexus SC (447 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Model F. (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Model F.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lexus SC | 1985 Toyota Model F | |
| Make | Lexus | Toyota |
| Model | SC | Model F |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4292 cc | 1812 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 278 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2240 mm |
