2006 Lexus IS vs. 1981 Toyota Cressida
To start off, 2006 Lexus IS is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Cressida. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Cressida would be higher. At 3,441 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lexus IS (306 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Cressida. (106 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Cressida.
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, 2006 Lexus IS (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Cressida. (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Cressida.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Lexus IS | 1981 Toyota Cressida | |
Make | Lexus | Toyota |
Model | IS | Cressida |
Year Released | 2006 | 1981 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3441 cc | 1972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 376 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2650 mm |