2007 Lexus LS vs. 1974 Toyota Corolla
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 Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Corolla 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 (381 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 305 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Corolla. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Corolla.
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 384 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Corolla. (114 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Lexus LS | 1974 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Lexus | Toyota |
Model | LS | Corolla |
Year Released | 2007 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4608 cc | 1407 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 381 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 114 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2380 mm |