2007 Hyundai Veracruz vs. 1989 Toyota Lexcen
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Veracruz is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Lexcen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Lexcen would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Toyota Lexcen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Veracruz (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Lexcen. (171 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Veracruz should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Lexcen.
Because 1989 Toyota Lexcen is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1989 Toyota Lexcen. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Veracruz, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Hyundai Veracruz (348 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Lexcen. (293 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Veracruz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Lexcen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Veracruz | 1989 Toyota Lexcen | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Veracruz | Lexcen |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3777 cc | 3789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 348 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2740 mm |
