2006 Lexus RX vs. 1969 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 Lexus RX is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 3,308 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Lexus RX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lexus RX (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1969 Toyota Corolla. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 1969 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lexus RX weights approximately 807 kg more than 1969 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Lexus RX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Lexus RX will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Lexus RX (323 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Toyota Corolla. (93 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Lexus RX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lexus RX | 1969 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Lexus | Toyota |
| Model | RX | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1969 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3308 cc | 1166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1547 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 60 L |
