2007 Toyota Tundra vs. 1989 Toyota Lexcen

To start off, 2007 Toyota Tundra 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 4,662 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Tundra (271 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Lexcen. (171 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Lexcen.

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 Toyota Tundra (424 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Lexcen. (293 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Lexcen. 2007 Toyota Tundra has automatic transmission and 1989 Toyota Lexcen has manual transmission. 1989 Toyota Lexcen will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Toyota Tundra 1989 Toyota Lexcen
Make Toyota Toyota
Model Tundra Lexcen
Year Released 2007 1989
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4662 cc 3789 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 271 HP 171 HP
Engine RPM 5400 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 424 Nm 293 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 3600 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Length 5820 mm 4900 mm
Vehicle Width 2040 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1930 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 3710 mm 2740 mm


 

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