1988 Lexus LS vs. 2011 Nissan Cube
To start off, 2011 Nissan Cube 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, 1988 Lexus LS (242 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Cube. (122 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Cube. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lexus LS weights approximately 514 kg more than 2011 Nissan Cube. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Lexus LS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1988 Lexus LS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Cube, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Cube. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1988 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Cube.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lexus LS | 2011 Nissan Cube | |
| Make | Lexus | Nissan |
| Model | LS | Cube |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3969 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1301 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4001 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1651 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2530 mm |
