2000 Lexus LX vs. 1980 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 2000 Lexus LX is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Corsa 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 164 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lexus LX should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lexus LX weights approximately 1615 kg more than 1980 Toyota Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Lexus LX (435 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Lexus LX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Lexus LX | 1980 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Lexus | Toyota |
| Model | LX | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4664 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2430 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2510 mm |
