2005 Lexus SC vs. 1974 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Lexus SC is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lexus SC (225 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Corolla. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lexus SC weights approximately 620 kg more than 1974 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Lexus SC (290 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Corolla. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2005 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lexus SC | 1974 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Lexus | Toyota |
| Model | SC | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2340 mm |
