1999 Lexus SC vs. 1968 Mazda 1000
To start off, 1999 Lexus SC is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda 1000 would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lexus SC (225 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1968 Mazda 1000. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lexus SC weights approximately 740 kg more than 1968 Mazda 1000. 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 SC (290 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda 1000. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lexus SC | 1968 Mazda 1000 | |
| Make | Lexus | Mazda |
| Model | SC | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 1168 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
