2003 Lexus SC vs. 1973 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2003 Lexus SC is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Corona 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 194 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Corona. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lexus SC weights approximately 530 kg more than 1973 Toyota Corona. 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 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Corona. (166 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Lexus SC | 1973 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Lexus | Toyota |
Model | SC | Corona |
Year Released | 2003 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 2252 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 166 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2590 mm |