2008 Lexus LS vs. 1971 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2008 Lexus LS is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 4,608 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lexus LS (380 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 304 more horse power than 1971 Toyota Corona. (76 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1971 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lexus LS weights approximately 1040 kg more than 1971 Toyota Corona. 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 LS (493 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Toyota Corona. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lexus LS | 1971 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Lexus | Toyota |
| Model | LS | Corona |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4608 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 493 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2440 mm |
