2003 Lexus IS vs. 1965 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2003 Lexus IS is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lexus IS (153 HP) has 73 more horse power than 1965 Toyota Crown. (80 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1965 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lexus IS weights approximately 145 kg more than 1965 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Lexus IS (196 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Toyota Crown. (146 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2003 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lexus IS | 1965 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Lexus | Toyota |
| Model | IS | Crown |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 80 HP |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
