1996 Lexus SC vs. 1971 Mazda 1000
To start off, 1996 Lexus SC is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mazda 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mazda 1000 would be higher. At 3,969 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lexus SC (260 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1971 Mazda 1000. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lexus SC weights approximately 928 kg more than 1971 Mazda 1000. 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, 1996 Lexus SC (370 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda 1000. (77 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda 1000. 1996 Lexus SC has automatic transmission and 1971 Mazda 1000 has manual transmission. 1971 Mazda 1000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Lexus SC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Lexus SC | 1971 Mazda 1000 | |
| Make | Lexus | Mazda |
| Model | SC | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3969 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1638 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2270 mm |
