1988 Lexus LS vs. 2010 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2010 Nissan Navara is newer by 22 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 70 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Navara. (172 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Navara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Navara weights approximately 217 kg more than 1988 Lexus LS.
Because 2010 Nissan Navara 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, 2010 Nissan Navara 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, 2010 Nissan Navara (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lexus LS. (350 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lexus LS.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Lexus LS | 2010 Nissan Navara | |
Make | Lexus | Nissan |
Model | LS | Navara |
Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3969 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 403 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 2032 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 3210 mm |