2007 Lexus LS vs. 1974 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2007 Lexus LS is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 4,608 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lexus LS (380 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Carina. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Carina.
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, 2007 Lexus LS (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 363 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Carina. (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Lexus LS | 1974 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Lexus | Toyota |
Model | LS | Carina |
Year Released | 2007 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4608 cc | 1589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 380 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2430 mm |