2006 Lexus IS vs. 1986 Toyota Supra
To start off, 2006 Lexus IS is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Supra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Supra would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lexus IS (210 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Supra. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Supra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lexus IS weights approximately 58 kg more than 1986 Toyota Supra. 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, 2006 Lexus IS (288 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Supra. (259 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Supra. 2006 Lexus IS has automatic transmission and 1986 Toyota Supra has manual transmission. 1986 Toyota Supra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Lexus IS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lexus IS | 1986 Toyota Supra | |
| Make | Lexus | Toyota |
| Model | IS | Supra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 2954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 259 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1557 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
