2001 Lexus SC vs. 1973 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2001 Lexus SC is newer by 28 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), 2001 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lexus SC (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Corona. (82 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lexus SC weights approximately 740 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, 2001 Lexus SC (441 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Corona. (133 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2001 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Lexus SC | 1973 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Lexus | Toyota |
Model | SC | Corona |
Year Released | 2001 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.5 mm | 77 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1742 kg | 1002 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2510 mm |