1999 Lexus GS vs. 1973 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1999 Lexus GS is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lexus GS (225 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Corolla. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lexus GS weights approximately 805 kg more than 1973 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Lexus GS (296 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Corolla. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1999 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lexus GS | 1973 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Lexus | Toyota |
| Model | GS | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2340 mm |
