2004 Lexus SC vs. 1972 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2004 Lexus SC is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lexus SC (225 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Corona. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lexus SC weights approximately 505 kg more than 1972 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, 2004 Lexus SC (290 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Corona. (137 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2004 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Lexus SC | 1972 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Lexus | Toyota |
| Model | SC | Corona |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 1705 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2740 mm |
