1995 Lexus LX vs. 1969 Toyota Century
To start off, 1995 Lexus LX is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Toyota Century would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Lexus LX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lexus LX (233 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1969 Toyota Century. (127 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lexus LX should accelerate faster than 1969 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lexus LX weights approximately 630 kg more than 1969 Toyota Century. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Lexus LX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Toyota Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Lexus LX will offer significantly more control. 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, 1995 Lexus LX (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Toyota Century. (250 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1995 Lexus LX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Toyota Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Lexus LX | 1969 Toyota Century | |
| Make | Lexus | Toyota |
| Model | LX | Century |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1969 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4664 cc | 2980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 233 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2430 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 60 L |
