2002 Lexus IS vs. 1969 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2002 Lexus IS is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lexus IS (201 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1969 Toyota Crown. (98 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1969 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lexus IS weights approximately 165 kg more than 1969 Toyota Crown. 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, 2002 Lexus IS (296 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Toyota Crown. (200 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lexus IS | 1969 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Lexus | Toyota |
| Model | IS | Crown |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 2599 cc |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 60 L |
