2005 Scion tC vs. 1986 Toyota Tercel
To start off, 2005 Scion tC is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Tercel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Tercel would be higher. At 2,361 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Scion tC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Scion tC (158 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Tercel. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Scion tC should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Tercel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Scion tC weights approximately 538 kg more than 1986 Toyota Tercel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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 Scion tC (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Tercel. (108 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Scion tC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Tercel.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Scion tC | 1986 Toyota Tercel | |
| Make | Scion | Toyota |
| Model | tC | Tercel |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2361 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1318 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2440 mm |
