1997 Lexus SC vs. 1980 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 1997 Lexus SC is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 3,969 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Lexus SC (242 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lexus SC weights approximately 735 kg more than 1980 Toyota Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Lexus SC (365 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1997 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Lexus SC | 1980 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Lexus | Toyota |
| Model | SC | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3969 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2510 mm |
