1988 Lexus LS vs. 1995 Nissan 300 ZX
To start off, 1995 Nissan 300 ZX is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lexus LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lexus LS would be higher. At 3,969 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Nissan 300 ZX (279 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1988 Lexus LS. (242 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Nissan 300 ZX should accelerate faster than 1988 Lexus LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lexus LS weights approximately 230 kg more than 1995 Nissan 300 ZX.
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, 1995 Nissan 300 ZX (376 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lexus LS. (350 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1995 Nissan 300 ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lexus LS. 1988 Lexus LS has automatic transmission and 1995 Nissan 300 ZX has manual transmission. 1995 Nissan 300 ZX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Lexus LS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Lexus LS | 1995 Nissan 300 ZX | |
Make | Lexus | Nissan |
Model | LS | 300 ZX |
Year Released | 1988 | 1995 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3969 cc | 2960 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 279 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 376 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2580 mm |