2001 Lexus SC vs. 1975 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2001 Lexus SC is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 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 216 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Corona. (84 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lexus SC weights approximately 742 kg more than 1975 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 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Corona. (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2001 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Corona. 2001 Lexus SC has automatic transmission and 1975 Toyota Corona has manual transmission. 1975 Toyota Corona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Lexus SC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Lexus SC | 1975 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Lexus | Toyota |
| Model | SC | Corona |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 135 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 | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1742 kg | 1000 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 |
