2003 Lexus SC vs. 1975 Mazda 1000
To start off, 2003 Lexus SC is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda 1000 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 241 more horse power than 1975 Mazda 1000. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lexus SC weights approximately 1030 kg more than 1975 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, 2003 Lexus SC (447 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda 1000. (77 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda 1000. 2003 Lexus SC has automatic transmission and 1975 Mazda 1000 has manual transmission. 1975 Mazda 1000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Lexus SC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lexus SC | 1975 Mazda 1000 | |
| Make | Lexus | Mazda |
| Model | SC | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2270 mm |
