2008 Lexus SC vs. 1996 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2008 Lexus SC is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 4,291 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lexus SC (282 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Carina. (106 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lexus SC weights approximately 680 kg more than 1996 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Lexus SC 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 2008 Lexus SC. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Carina, 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, 2008 Lexus SC (419 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Carina. (156 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Carina. 2008 Lexus SC has automatic transmission and 1996 Toyota Carina has manual transmission. 1996 Toyota Carina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Lexus SC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lexus SC | 1996 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Lexus | Toyota |
| Model | SC | Carina |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4291 cc | 1762 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 419 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.5 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2590 mm |
