1981 Toyota Corona vs. 2011 Lexus IS
To start off, 2011 Lexus IS is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 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 238 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Corona. (68 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lexus IS weights approximately 550 kg more than 1981 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 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Corona. (117 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Corona. 2011 Lexus IS has automatic transmission and 1981 Toyota Corona has manual transmission. 1981 Toyota Corona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Lexus IS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Toyota Corona | 2011 Lexus IS | |
Make | Toyota | Lexus |
Model | Corona | IS |
Year Released | 1981 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 117 Nm | 375 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1425 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2728 mm |