1971 Dodge Dart vs. 1990 Lexus LS
To start off, 1990 Lexus LS is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Dodge Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Dodge Dart would be higher. At 3,968 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Lexus LS (242 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1971 Dodge Dart. (100 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1971 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Lexus LS weights approximately 460 kg more than 1971 Dodge Dart. 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, 1990 Lexus LS (350 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Dodge Dart. (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1990 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Dodge Dart | 1990 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Dodge | Lexus |
| Model | Dart | LS |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3249 cc | 3968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2820 mm |
