2009 Lexus RX vs. 1985 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2009 Lexus RX is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 3,439 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Lexus RX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lexus RX (270 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Celica. (120 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lexus RX weights approximately 810 kg more than 1985 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Lexus RX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Toyota Celica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Lexus RX will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Lexus RX (340 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Celica. (150 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2009 Lexus RX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lexus RX | 1985 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Lexus | Toyota |
| Model | RX | Celica |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1985 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3439 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 75 L |
