2007 Lexus GS vs. 1989 Toyota Century
To start off, 2007 Lexus GS is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Century would be higher. At 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lexus GS (290 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Century. (154 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Toyota Century weights approximately 114 kg more than 2007 Lexus GS.
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, 2007 Lexus GS (433 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Century. (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Century.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Lexus GS | 1989 Toyota Century | |
Make | Lexus | Toyota |
Model | GS | Century |
Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 3995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 433 Nm | 289 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2870 mm |