2000 Lexus GS vs. 1973 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2000 Lexus GS is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lexus GS (277 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Corona. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lexus GS weights approximately 535 kg more than 1973 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, 2000 Lexus GS (417 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Corona. (166 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Lexus GS | 1973 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Lexus | Toyota |
Model | GS | Corona |
Year Released | 2000 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2252 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 277 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 417 Nm | 166 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2590 mm |