1988 Lexus LS vs. 2012 Audi Q5
To start off, 2012 Audi Q5 is newer by 24 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 31 more horse power than 2012 Audi Q5. (211 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi Q5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi Q5 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1988 Lexus LS.
Because 2012 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, 2012 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 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi Q5. (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1988 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi Q5.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Lexus LS | 2012 Audi Q5 | |
Make | Lexus | Audi |
Model | LS | Q5 |
Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3969 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1855 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 |