2009 Lexus GS vs. 1973 Skoda 1202
To start off, 2009 Lexus GS is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Skoda 1202. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Skoda 1202 would be higher. At 3,455 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lexus GS (292 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1973 Skoda 1202. (45 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1973 Skoda 1202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lexus GS weights approximately 760 kg more than 1973 Skoda 1202. 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, 2009 Lexus GS (368 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Skoda 1202. (85 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Skoda 1202.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lexus GS | 1973 Skoda 1202 | |
| Make | Lexus | Skoda |
| Model | GS | 1202 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3455 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 292 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 368 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2690 mm |
