1971 Toyota Corona vs. 2011 Lexus CT
To start off, 2011 Lexus CT is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Lexus CT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lexus CT (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1971 Toyota Corona. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lexus CT should accelerate faster than 1971 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lexus CT weights approximately 450 kg more than 1971 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Toyota Corona 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 1971 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Lexus CT, 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, 2011 Lexus CT (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Toyota Corona. (137 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Lexus CT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Toyota Corona | 2011 Lexus CT | |
| Make | Toyota | Lexus |
| Model | Corona | CT |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1707 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4321 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 45 L |
