2009 Toyota Yaris vs. 1995 Toyota Lexcen
To start off, 2009 Toyota Yaris is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Toyota Lexcen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Toyota Lexcen would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Toyota Lexcen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Toyota Lexcen (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Yaris. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Toyota Lexcen should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 15 kg more than 1995 Toyota Lexcen.
Because 1995 Toyota Lexcen 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 1995 Toyota Lexcen. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Yaris, 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, 1995 Toyota Lexcen (295 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Yaris. (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1995 Toyota Lexcen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Yaris. 1995 Toyota Lexcen has automatic transmission and 2009 Toyota Yaris has manual transmission. 2009 Toyota Yaris will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Toyota Lexcen will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Toyota Yaris | 1995 Toyota Lexcen | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Yaris | Lexcen |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2740 mm |
