1998 Lexus SC vs. 1970 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1998 Lexus SC is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lexus SC (225 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Corolla. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lexus SC weights approximately 625 kg more than 1970 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, 1998 Lexus SC (290 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Corolla. (116 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1998 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Lexus SC | 1970 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Lexus | Toyota |
Model | SC | Corolla |
Year Released | 1998 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2997 cc | 1407 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 70 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2340 mm |