2007 Lexus IS vs. 1992 Lexus SC
To start off, 2007 Lexus IS is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Lexus SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Lexus SC would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Lexus SC (225 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2007 Lexus IS. (205 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 2007 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Lexus SC weights approximately 62 kg more than 2007 Lexus IS. 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, 1992 Lexus SC (285 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lexus IS. (252 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1992 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lexus IS | 1992 Lexus SC | |
| Make | Lexus | Lexus |
| Model | IS | SC |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1622 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2700 mm |
