2002 Lexus IS vs. 1972 Mazda 1000
To start off, 2002 Lexus IS is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda 1000 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 152 more horse power than 1972 Mazda 1000. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lexus IS weights approximately 830 kg more than 1972 Mazda 1000. 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 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda 1000. (77 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda 1000. 2002 Lexus IS has automatic transmission and 1972 Mazda 1000 has manual transmission. 1972 Mazda 1000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Lexus IS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lexus IS | 1972 Mazda 1000 | |
| Make | Lexus | Mazda |
| Model | IS | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2270 mm |
