1993 Lexus LS vs. 1964 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1993 Lexus LS is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 3,969 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Lexus LS (242 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1964 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1964 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Lexus LS weights approximately 1235 kg more than 1964 Toyota Publica. 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, 1993 Lexus LS (350 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1993 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Lexus LS | 1964 Toyota Publica | |
Make | Lexus | Toyota |
Model | LS | Publica |
Year Released | 1993 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3969 cc | 696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 54 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2140 mm |