1999 Lexus ES vs. 1967 Toyota Sport 800
To start off, 1999 Lexus ES is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Toyota Sport 800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Toyota Sport 800 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Lexus ES is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lexus ES (277 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1967 Toyota Sport 800. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lexus ES should accelerate faster than 1967 Toyota Sport 800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lexus ES weights approximately 925 kg more than 1967 Toyota Sport 800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Toyota Sport 800 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Toyota Sport 800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Lexus ES, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1999 Lexus ES (291 Nm) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Toyota Sport 800. (67 Nm). This means 1999 Lexus ES will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Toyota Sport 800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lexus ES | 1967 Toyota Sport 800 | |
| Make | Lexus | Toyota |
| Model | ES | Sport 800 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 277 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 67 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 75 L |
