2005 Lexus RX vs. 1970 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2005 Lexus RX is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Lexus RX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lexus RX (231 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Carina. (115 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lexus RX weights approximately 906 kg more than 1970 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Toyota Carina is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Toyota Carina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Lexus RX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Lexus RX (328 Nm) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Carina. (149 Nm). This means 2005 Lexus RX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lexus RX | 1970 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Lexus | Toyota |
| Model | RX | Carina |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3310 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1751 kg | 845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2430 mm |
