2005 Nissan Hardbody vs. 1994 Toyota Lexcen

To start off, 2005 Nissan Hardbody is newer by 11 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 21 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. (152 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Toyota Lexcen should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Toyota Lexcen weights approximately 40 kg more than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. 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, 1994 Toyota Lexcen (295 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. (174 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1994 Toyota Lexcen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Hardbody.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Nissan Hardbody 1994 Toyota Lexcen
Make Nissan Toyota
Model Hardbody Lexcen
Year Released 2005 1994
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1998 cc 3791 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 152 HP 173 HP
Engine RPM 3600 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 174 Nm 295 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 3200 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1320 kg 1360 kg
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2740 mm


 

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