2003 Lexus LS vs. 1980 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2003 Lexus LS is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lexus LS (282 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Carina. (88 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lexus LS weights approximately 875 kg more than 1980 Toyota Carina. 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, 2003 Lexus LS (418 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Carina. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2003 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Carina. 2003 Lexus LS has automatic transmission and 1980 Toyota Carina has manual transmission. 1980 Toyota Carina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Lexus LS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lexus LS | 1980 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Lexus | Toyota |
| Model | LS | Carina |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 418 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.5 mm | 70 mm |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 61 L |
