2004 Lexus IS vs. 1974 Volkswagen 1302
To start off, 2004 Lexus IS is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Volkswagen 1302. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Volkswagen 1302 would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lexus IS (153 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1974 Volkswagen 1302. (34 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1974 Volkswagen 1302. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lexus IS weights approximately 650 kg more than 1974 Volkswagen 1302. 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, 2004 Lexus IS (195 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volkswagen 1302. (85 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volkswagen 1302.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Lexus IS | 1974 Volkswagen 1302 | |
| Make | Lexus | Volkswagen |
| Model | IS | 1302 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 64 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2410 mm |
