2000 Lexus SC vs. 1974 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2000 Lexus SC is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lexus SC (225 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Carina. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lexus SC weights approximately 526 kg more than 1974 Toyota Carina. 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 SC (290 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Carina. (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2000 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Lexus SC | 1974 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Lexus | Toyota |
Model | SC | Carina |
Year Released | 2000 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2997 cc | 1589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2430 mm |