2009 Lexus GS vs. 1976 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Lexus GS is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Corolla 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 235 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Corolla. (57 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lexus GS weights approximately 995 kg more than 1976 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, 2009 Lexus GS (368 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Corolla. (95 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lexus GS | 1976 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Lexus | Toyota |
| Model | GS | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3455 cc | 1166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 292 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 368 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2380 mm |
