1988 Lexus LS vs. 2011 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2011 Toyota 4Runner 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota 4Runner (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1988 Lexus LS. (242 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1988 Lexus LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 238 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Toyota 4Runner (376 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lexus LS. (350 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lexus LS.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Lexus LS | 2011 Toyota 4Runner | |
Make | Lexus | Toyota |
Model | LS | 4Runner |
Year Released | 1988 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3969 cc | 4000 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 | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 376 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 2053 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4823 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1925 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1816 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2789 mm |