1975 Ford Torino vs. 2011 Lexus IS
To start off, 2011 Lexus IS is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Torino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Torino would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lexus IS (204 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1975 Ford Torino. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lexus IS weights approximately 92 kg more than 1975 Ford Torino. 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 (251 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Torino. (250 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2011 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Torino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford Torino | 2011 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Ford | Lexus |
| Model | Torino | IS |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1742 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4633 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2731 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 65 L |
