1999 Lexus GS vs. 1981 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1999 Lexus GS is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Corona 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 140 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Corona. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lexus GS weights approximately 675 kg more than 1981 Toyota Corona. 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, 1999 Lexus GS (296 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Corona. (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1999 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Corona. 1999 Lexus GS has automatic transmission and 1981 Toyota Corona has manual transmission. 1981 Toyota Corona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Lexus GS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lexus GS | 1981 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Lexus | Toyota |
| Model | GS | Corona |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 75 L |
