2000 Lexus LX vs. 1959 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2000 Lexus LX is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Lexus LX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lexus LX (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1959 Toyota Corona. (29 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lexus LX should accelerate faster than 1959 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lexus LX weights approximately 1470 kg more than 1959 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Lexus LX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Toyota Corona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Lexus LX will offer significantly more control. 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 LX (435 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 371 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Toyota Corona. (64 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Lexus LX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Toyota Corona. 2000 Lexus LX has automatic transmission and 1959 Toyota Corona has manual transmission. 1959 Toyota Corona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Lexus LX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Lexus LX | 1959 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Lexus | Toyota |
| Model | LX | Corona |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4664 cc | 994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2430 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 75 L |
