2008 Lexus LS vs. 1978 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2008 Lexus LS is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lexus LS (279 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Celica. (86 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lexus LS weights approximately 845 kg more than 1978 Toyota Celica. 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 (417 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Celica. (118 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Celica. 2008 Lexus LS has automatic transmission and 1978 Toyota Celica has manual transmission. 1978 Toyota Celica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Lexus LS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lexus LS | 1978 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Lexus | Toyota |
| Model | LS | Celica |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 417 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.5 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 60 L |
