1988 Lexus LS vs. 1996 Volvo V90
To start off, 1996 Volvo V90 is newer by 8 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, 1988 Lexus LS (242 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1996 Volvo V90. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1996 Volvo V90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lexus LS weights approximately 185 kg more than 1996 Volvo V90. 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 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volvo V90. (261 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1988 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volvo V90.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Lexus LS | 1996 Volvo V90 | |
Make | Lexus | Volvo |
Model | LS | V90 |
Year Released | 1988 | 1996 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3969 cc | 2978 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 261 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |