1988 Lexus LS vs. 1999 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 11 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 93 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Passat. (149 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lexus LS weights approximately 255 kg more than 1999 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Lexus LS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Passat will offer significantly more control. 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 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Passat. (316 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1988 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Passat. 1988 Lexus LS has automatic transmission and 1999 Volkswagen Passat has manual transmission. 1999 Volkswagen Passat 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 | 1999 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Lexus | Volkswagen |
| Model | LS | Passat |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3969 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2710 mm |
