2007 Lexus RX vs. 1979 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 2007 Lexus RX is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Lexus RX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lexus RX (272 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lexus RX weights approximately 1095 kg more than 1979 Toyota Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Lexus RX (342 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Lexus RX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lexus RX | 1979 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Lexus | Toyota |
| Model | RX | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3456 cc | 1450 cc |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2510 mm |
