1975 Chrysler Sedan vs. 2002 Lexus IS
To start off, 2002 Lexus IS is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Chrysler Sedan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Chrysler Sedan would be higher. At 5,897 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Chrysler Sedan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Chrysler Sedan (252 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2002 Lexus IS. (201 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Chrysler Sedan should accelerate faster than 2002 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Chrysler Sedan weights approximately 65 kg more than 2002 Lexus IS. 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, 1975 Chrysler Sedan (490 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lexus IS. (296 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1975 Chrysler Sedan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Chrysler Sedan | 2002 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Chrysler | Lexus |
| Model | Sedan | IS |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5897 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2680 mm |
