1988 Lexus LS vs. 2005 Mazda B3000
To start off, 2005 Mazda B3000 is newer by 17 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 88 more horse power than 2005 Mazda B3000. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda B3000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lexus LS weights approximately 332 kg more than 2005 Mazda B3000. 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) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda B3000. (240 Nm). This means 1988 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda B3000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lexus LS | 2005 Mazda B3000 | |
| Make | Lexus | Mazda |
| Model | LS | B3000 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3969 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1483 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2840 mm |
