1968 Toyota Corona vs. 2011 Lexus IS
To start off, 2011 Lexus IS is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lexus IS (306 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1968 Toyota Corona. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lexus IS weights approximately 615 kg more than 1968 Toyota Corona. 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, 2011 Lexus IS (375 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota Corona. (148 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Toyota Corona | 2011 Lexus IS | |
Make | Toyota | Lexus |
Model | Corona | IS |
Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1857 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 375 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1425 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2728 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 65 L |