1988 Lexus LS vs. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 200
To start off, 1988 Lexus LS is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mercedes-Benz 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mercedes-Benz 200 would be higher. At 3,969 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lexus LS (242 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 200. (122 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lexus LS weights approximately 425 kg more than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 200. 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, 1988 Lexus LS (350 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 200. (178 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 200.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Lexus LS | 1985 Mercedes-Benz 200 | |
Make | Lexus | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | LS | 200 |
Year Released | 1988 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3969 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2810 mm |