1963 NSU 1000 LS vs. 1994 Toyota Lexcen
To start off, 1994 Toyota Lexcen is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 NSU 1000 LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 NSU 1000 LS would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Toyota Lexcen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Toyota Lexcen (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1963 NSU 1000 LS. (42 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Toyota Lexcen should accelerate faster than 1963 NSU 1000 LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Toyota Lexcen weights approximately 740 kg more than 1963 NSU 1000 LS. 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, 1994 Toyota Lexcen (295 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 NSU 1000 LS. (70 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1994 Toyota Lexcen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 NSU 1000 LS. 1994 Toyota Lexcen has automatic transmission and 1963 NSU 1000 LS has manual transmission. 1963 NSU 1000 LS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Toyota Lexcen will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 NSU 1000 LS | 1994 Toyota Lexcen | |
| Make | NSU | Toyota |
| Model | 1000 LS | Lexcen |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 996 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 42 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2740 mm |
