1988 Lexus LS vs. 2011 Audi Q5
To start off, 2011 Audi Q5 is newer by 23 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, 2011 Audi Q5 (270 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1988 Lexus LS. (242 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi Q5 should accelerate faster than 1988 Lexus LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi Q5 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1988 Lexus LS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Audi Q5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Lexus LS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi Q5 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 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi Q5. (329 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi Q5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lexus LS | 2011 Audi Q5 | |
| Make | Lexus | Audi |
| Model | LS | Q5 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3969 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 329 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1654 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2807 mm |
