2003 Lexus SC vs. 1971 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2003 Lexus SC is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 4,294 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lexus SC (290 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1971 Toyota Corolla. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 1971 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lexus SC weights approximately 960 kg more than 1971 Toyota Corolla. 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 SC (447 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 352 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Toyota Corolla. (95 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2003 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lexus SC | 1971 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Lexus | Toyota |
| Model | SC | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 1166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.5 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 46 L |
