1988 Lexus LS vs. 2002 Xedos 9
To start off, 2002 Xedos 9 is newer by 14 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 81 more horse power than 2002 Xedos 9. (161 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2002 Xedos 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lexus LS weights approximately 230 kg more than 2002 Xedos 9. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Lexus LS (350 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Xedos 9. (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1988 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Xedos 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lexus LS | 2002 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | Lexus | Xedos |
| Model | LS | 9 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3969 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2760 mm |
