2009 Lexus LS vs. 1973 Skoda 1202
To start off, 2009 Lexus LS 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 4,608 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lexus LS (376 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 331 more horse power than 1973 Skoda 1202. (45 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1973 Skoda 1202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lexus LS weights approximately 521 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 LS (493 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 408 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Skoda 1202. (85 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Skoda 1202.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lexus LS | 1973 Skoda 1202 | |
| Make | Lexus | Skoda |
| Model | LS | 1202 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4608 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 493 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1626 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2690 mm |
