2007 Lexus LS vs. 1977 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2007 Lexus LS is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Celica 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 295 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Celica. (86 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Celica.
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 356 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Celica. (142 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Lexus LS | 1977 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Lexus | Toyota |
Model | LS | Celica |
Year Released | 2007 | 1977 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4608 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 381 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 61 L |