2001 Lexus LX vs. 1992 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2001 Lexus LX is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Lexus LX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lexus LX (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Corolla. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lexus LX should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lexus LX weights approximately 1415 kg more than 1992 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Lexus LX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Lexus LX (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Corolla. (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Lexus LX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Lexus LX | 1992 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Lexus | Toyota |
| Model | LX | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1992 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4664 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2430 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 50 L |
