2008 Lexus GS vs. 1970 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2008 Lexus GS is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lexus GS (246 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Corolla. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lexus GS weights approximately 875 kg more than 1970 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Lexus GS (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Corolla. (94 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lexus GS | 1970 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Lexus | Toyota |
| Model | GS | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 1166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 246 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 75 L |
