1997 Lexus LX vs. 1975 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1997 Lexus LX is newer by 22 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 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Lexus LX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Lexus LX (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Corolla. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lexus LX should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lexus LX weights approximately 1475 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.
Because 1997 Lexus LX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1997 Lexus LX (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Corolla. (114 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1997 Lexus LX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Lexus LX | 1975 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Lexus | Toyota |
| Model | LX | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4664 cc | 1406 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2430 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2410 mm |
