1995 Lexus SC vs. 1975 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1995 Lexus SC is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 3,967 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lexus SC (242 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Corolla. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lexus SC weights approximately 595 kg more than 1975 Toyota Corolla. 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, 1995 Lexus SC (365 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Corolla. (114 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1995 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Lexus SC | 1975 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Lexus | Toyota |
| Model | SC | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3967 cc | 1406 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2410 mm |
